Manager Human Resources

Location:

Plainwell, MI, 49080

Posted:

February 09, 2017

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Steve Burrows

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Plainwell, MI ***80

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Summary

A thorough, enthusiastic Human Resource professional with extensive experience in Manufacturing and Warehousing/Transportation industries. Major strengths in Labor Relations, Organizational Change, Recruitment/Retention and Team Building. Additional skills in safety, problem solving, performance management and project management. A good communicator that works well independently and in a team environment.

Professional Experience

SAF-Holland, Holland, MI Feb 2015 - current

Specialized manufacturer of coupling, lifting and suspensions systems for trucks, busses and trailers.

Manager – Human Resources

Assisted in development of a plant shutdown plan which assisted employees in their transition to other jobs.

Developed and implemented a plant safety plan which assisted in sustaining an injury free status for over seven months

Promoted positive employee engagement by establishing yearly employee recognition and activity programs.

Participated on a number of Corporate teams

Lead the management team in all levels of the grievance process.

Janesville Acoustics, Battle Creek, MI July 2014 – Feb 2015

Producer of acoustical and thermal fiber insulation to a variety of automotive applications.

Manager – Human Resources

Recruit and reestablish the salaried team in a new plant.

Reestablish policy and practices for all employees.

Assisted in establishing skilled trade apprenticeship program

Managed decreases in payroll errors by over seventy percent

Established onboarding process for new hires

Established workforce reduction plan based on employee performance

Sapa Extrusions North America, Kalamazoo, MI Dec 2011 – July 2014

World leader in aluminum extrusions and fabrications.

Manager – Human Resource

Prepared and assisted in negotiating a four year contract with the USW.

Lead the management team in administering the labor agreement.

Develop & implement short and long term plan for the HR department to align with business plan

Provide frontline and other leadership training.

Assisted in transitioning the team during the purchase of the company.

Twin Rivers Paper Company, Madawaska, ME Dec 2010 – Dec 2011

An integrated specialty paper company that manufactures, publishing, packaging and label paper for targeted markets and applications.

Manager – Human Resources

Developed and implemented a Full Return to Work Program which has lowered workers compensation costs.

Lead the management team in all levels of the grievance procedure.

Provided counsel, advice and direction to personnel in the disposition of personnel problems and complaints

Developed Training Programs and trained Front Line Supervisors.

Assisted in the development and implementation of an Internship Program in order to train and encourage, college students to consider Twin Rivers Paper Company as a company of choice after graduation.

Cytec Industries, Inc., Kalamazoo, MI Nov 2008 – June 2010

A Specialty Chemicals and Materials organization serving the global community in a diverse range of markets including aerospace, adhesives, automotive, industrial coatings, chemical intermediates, inks, mining and plastics.

Manager – Human Resources

Negotiated a pro-company, three-year contract with the USW local which exceeded company guidelines.

Developed and led an 18 month restructuring project which included implementing a workforce reduction plan of 30%.

Selected as one of the first Human Resource Managers to be trained as a facilitator in the company’s “Workout” process. A problem solving initiative.

Assisted in the development of a Centralized Training Records Process, resulting in establishing an internal best practice within the organization

Johnson Controls, Inc., Automotive Group Nov 2000 – Nov 2008

A global market leader in both automotive and control systems, and a major supplier of integrated seating, interior systems and batteries. Johnson Controls employs over 100,000 worldwide, with sales totaling $20.1 billion in 2002.

Manager - Human Resources, Battle Creek/ Holland MI Nov 2000 – Nov 2008

Accepted an assignment which allowed me to manage the Human Resource Departments at multiple sites. These sites employed over 300 union & 400 non-union employees

Developed and implemented workforce reduction plan for the Battle Creek Plant which displaced over 300 employees. Implemented W.A.R.N

Developed and implemented retooling (plant shutdown) and startup plan. This included a plan to change existing/develop policies, recall, hire and train over 400 employees at the Battle Creek plant due to a change in product and process.

Assisted in implementing Lean methodology throughout manufacturing plants

Reduce recordable injuries by 50% by using proactive safety programs

Successfully, maintained union free status in 400 person plant in Holland MI

Successfully implemented timely performance reviews, compensation programs, writing and administering annual salary plan

Directed and coordinated all employment/recruiting efforts, including interview and selection, for all hourly/salaried personnel

Negotiated and administered a pro-company five-year contract and two year extension with the Steelworkers and insured compliance while maintaining a favorable labor climate.

Lead the management team in all levels of the grievance procedure

Insured compliance with EEOC/AAP guidelines, achievement of AAP goals

Provided counsel & direction to personnel in the disposition of personnel problems & complaints

Developed and implemented plant training plan & programs

Implemented the methodology for the plant to move to more of a team, oriented culture

Provided mentoring to key high potential leaders and employees

Conduct leadership needs assessment and proactively identify performance gaps of individuals and developed action plans, in order to improve performance

Metaldyne (formerly Simpson Industries) 1997 – 2000

A global designer and supplier of low cost, high quality metal-based components, assemblies and modules for the automotive industry. Metaldyne employs over 7,000 employees worldwide.

Manager – Human Resources, Edon, OH 2000 – 2000

Assisted in contract negotiations with the IBEW

Designed and implemented a Pay for Knowledge/Skilled Trades Program

Administered new labor agreement for a plant of over 300 union employees

Administered Employee Involvement Process

Implemented progressive communication plan, which reduced the number of grievances

Managed multiple plants

Manager – Human Resources, Middleville, MI 1997 – 2000

Reduced Workers Compensation costs by over 30 %

Assessed both compensation and benefits in order to develop and implement plans to assure a competitive position within the job market for the over 200 non-union employees of the plant

Proactively identified performance gaps, of individuals on the salaried team and developed action plans in order to improve their performance

Assisted in planning and implementing a plant wide initiative toward employee involvement

Successfully lead a campaign to stay union free

Administered & facilitated a Peer Review process

Participated on a number of successful Corporate Teams, which developed and implemented Corporate Policies and Training Processes: Succession Planning and Career Coaching

Camshaft Machine Co. (Crane Technologies Group) (ESOP), Jackson, MI 1995 – 1997

A global leader in, high performance, aftermarket and original equipment engine and electronic component parts, servicing the Automotive, Motorcycle and Aviation Industries.

Manager – Human Resources

E.R. Wagner Manufacturing, Milwaukee, WI 1994 – 1995

Manufacturers, of quality custom hinges, engineered stampings, casters, wheels and tubular products.

Manager – Labor & Employee Relations

S. Abraham & Sons, Inc. Walker, MI 1985 – 1994

A leader in the food distribution business throughout the Midwest, S. Abraham and Sons is a privately held company with over 600 employees predominately nonunion with over $750 million in sales.

Director – Human Resources, Milwaukee WI (last position) 1991 – 1994

Held numerous positions within the Human Resource field both at the Divisional level and at corporate office. Each position gave me additional responsibilities

Education

Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI -B.S. Business Administration

Continuing Education

Understanding Ergonomics Greenbelt Training

Finance for the Non-Financial Manager Zinger Miller Certified

Work Out Facilitator Training Lean Implementation

Performance Management Career Coaching

Strategic Thinking and Training Team Building

Union Avoidance Training Interview and Selection

Affiliations

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Boy Scouts of America

Professional References