Tameka Cheeks
Harrison, TN *7341
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
WestRock- Merchandising Displays Chattanooga, TN
Business Unit-HR Manager 09/2015-Present
Provide guidance to business partners at VP and GM level regarding development of policies/practices and managed administration and interpretation to ensure policies and procedures are handled consistently and in a timely manner
Maintain in depth knowledge of legal requirements including all applicable Federal and State Laws including EEO, FMLA, HIPAA, and ADA. Partner with legal department as needed/required.
Ensures compliance with and oversee all aspects of a multi-functional HR Department including Compensation, Employment, Benefits, Training, Safety and Health, Employee Relations, and Labor Relations. Administer Labor Agreement and participate in negotiation and grievance procedures.
Develop and improve the knowledge and skills of the organization. This includes analyzing training needs, coaching and mentoring. Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.
WestRock- Merchandising Displays West Chester, Ohio
Human Resources Coordinator 07/2013-9/2015
Participate in and support initiatives related to full cycle recruiting and fair hiring practices, benefits and compensation structures, diversity, training, organizational development safety and quality programs for 4 facilities
Manage, coordinate and collaborate with home office organizational effectiveness regarding internal and external training and development programs. Facilitated and coordinated supervisor leadership development training for the division.
Develop business partnerships with managers and team leaders regarding adherence to company policies and procedures. Assist as needed in employee performance issues, discipline and termination and develop trust and confidence in all levels of employees and managers
Act as benefits champion for site of responsibility and communicate benefits information to employees and assist in their knowledge and understanding.
Voith Industrial Services Cincinnati, Ohio
People Services Specialist 04/2013-07/2013
Source full and part-time applicants, review resumes, phone screen and qualify candidates for interviews
Generate Standard Operating Procedure documents (SOPs)
Participate in cross-department projects
Coordination and coaching of multiple locations on recruiting and on-boarding process
Maintain Applicant Tracking System and Dashboard
WestRock- Merchandising Displays West Chester, Ohio
HR Assistant/Administrative Support 7/2012-04/2013
(Temporary Assignment-Select Staffing)
Assist with HR functions: Maintain employee files, handling of confidential material
Assist with testing and interview process, screen resumes and process new hire paperwork
Clerical duties: answering phones, filing documents, making copies, some purchasing training
Accomplishments
Divisional point person for corporate leadership training. Supported HR team across the division on facilitation and training methods.
Organized 4th annual donation effort to supply families in need Christmas gifts during Holiday Gift Donation fundraiser
Supported 50 remote sites in their recruiting, screening and on boarding processes.
Facilitated community partnerships with local organizations for recruiting, community service, and community enrichment
Participated in acquisition integration project: assisted in creating acquisition checklist and supervisor training manual
Professional Memberships
SHRM: National and Local chapter membership
Chattanooga Women’s Leadership Institute
Advanced Manufacturing Career Pathway Team
EDUCATION:
Raj Soin College of Business, Wright State University Dayton, Ohio
Bachelor of Science in Business Management August 2012
Pennsylvania State University University Park, Pennsylvania
Masters in Human Resources and Employment Relation May, 2016