**** ********* **** • MENTOR, OHIO *****
PHONE 440-***-**** • E-MAIL ***********@*****.***
Jeanne Smith-Razem
WORK EXPERIENCE
Kaman’s Art Shoppes, Inc., August 2016 to present
Payroll and Benefits Manager
Oversaw payroll processing for up to 3000 employees at 50 multi-state locations in the U.S. & Canada
Heavy exposure to Ceridian Workforce HCM.
Responsible for compliance of all FLSA, state and city laws in multi-state locations
Audit, process and track invoices from insurance carriers to insure proper coverage and deductions.
Supervised a staff of two
During 2014/2015 I worked on a temporary/consulting basis in various H/R capacities at:
SQA Services Company, October 2014-December 31, 2015: On-site H/R Manager for a global medical device manufacturer located in northeast Ohio as part of quality remediation team.
Preformed Line Products, June 2014 - August 2014 – temporary, H/R Support
Willoughby Supply Company, temporary assignment with Willory-January 2014 through May 2014
Payroll and H/R Specialist
Responsible for preparation of bi-weekly payroll for 14 locations in Ohio and Florida, 200 employees
Assist in implementation of newest version of ADP Workforce Now conversion inclusive of ADP HRM.
Prepare reports for timely payment of 401K funds; reconciled and tracked 401K loans
Audit, process and track all court ordered liens and garnishments.
Prepare census for various plans for audits or open enrollments as necessary.
Assist in file preparation and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
Support the H/R team with interpretation, implementation and documentation of company procedures.
Ladies & Gentlemen Salon and Spa and Brown Aveda Institutes February 2010 to June 2013
Human Resource Manager and Benefits Specialist
Manage and administer all employee benefit programs for 275 employees at 6 inter-state and one out of state location.
Staffing departments from need determination and job posting through interview and hiring/offer process.
Direct all H/R responsibilities within the company for all locations (includes out of state location).
Plan and execute all new hire and benefit orientations and exit interviews.
Advise/guide managers regarding H/R regulations and protocol as well as performance management.
Process STD, FMLA, workers compensation, unemployment claims and appeals; COBRA paperwork
Educate the workforce about all benefits available and strategize optimal choice to employee.
Responsible for writing and assimilation of policies, procedures, handbook and job descriptions.
Strategize new ways to engage workforce and engage other members of management.
Use ADP Workforce Now as HRIS tracking system.
Strengthen and personalize the H/R function within the company.
Operate within a strict budget while ensuring deadlines are met.
Coe Manufacturing Company January 2005 to January 2009
Human Resources /Benefits Specialist
Administer all employee benefit programs including two 401(K) plans and a pension plan.
Produce weekly and monthly analysis reports for finance and management.
Audit all H/R related invoices and prepare and enter journal entries inclusive of weekly payroll entry.
Process STD, LTD, workers compensation, unemployment claims, termination paperwork including COBRA for five locations in several states.
8417 HENDRICKS ROAD • MENTOR, OHIO 44060
PHONE 440-***-**** • E-MAIL ***********@*****.***
Jeanne Smith-Razem – continued
Conduct new hire and benefit orientations and provide ongoing assistance and support to all levels of COE employees.
Assist off-site H/R Director with employee relations issues, FMLA, FLSA enforcement, staffing and procedural implementation including contract compliance for two unions.
Sourced quality applicants to meet recruitment goals for all levels of the organization.
Process weekly payroll for locations in Ohio, Georgia and Oregon through ADP.
Worked directly with all levels of the organization including sales, engineering and finance.
Perform other Generalist duties including performance management, safety, and occupational health, training and served as backup in accounting area.
Avery Dennison Specialty Tape Division June 2004 to September 2004
Human Resource Administrator – assignment through Adecco
Supported staff of 4 including the Director of Human Resources.
Reinforced H/R Manager in preparing for a successful job fair. Including assembly of applicant packets, follow-up letters and applicant tracking.
Constructed and prepared orientation and new hire information packets.
Maintained employee personnel files, medical files, opened and closed job requisition files
Posted and tracked open positions. Facilitated staffing meetings.
Entered H/R related invoices into SmartBuy processing system for payment.
Assisted H/R personnel with projects as necessary.
PROFESSIONAL AND COMPUTER EXPERIENCE
Proficient in use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and QuickBooks. Also the MRP system, Syteline, and the timekeeping system, Timetrak, HRMDirect, SAP, ADP Workforce Now and Paychex
Sensitivity to confidential business matters.
Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
Adaptable; creative, strategic thinker
Possess integrity, dependability and enthusiasm.
Continue to implement a program of self-development in the area of Human Resources Management
EDUCATION
Lake Erie College
Painesville, Ohio
B.A. Major in Business/Art, Dean’s list, 3.9 GPA
Lakeland Community College Lakeland Community College
Kirtland, Ohio Kirtland, Ohio
Certificate of Accounting A.A. Business
Continue to attend H/R seminars to stay relevant through ERC (Employer’s Resource Council) and SHRM. Attended ADP sponsored seminars regarding payroll. Completed all required training for remediation in a quality driven environment including GDP (good documentation practices).
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
National member of Society for Human Resource Management
Member of Lake/Geauga chapter SHRM
President of condominium Board of Directors