Human Resources Manager

PETER J. DATKA

*** ******* ***** (C) 847-***-****

Algonquin, Illinois 60102 acz2o4@r.postjobfree.com (H) 224-***-****

SUMMARY

Progressive human resources executive with over 20 years of experience leading all Human Resources functions to drive growth in a variety of industries and at multiple site facilities. A resourceful and innovative leader aligned with business objectives. Effective in managing change with strengths in team building and organizational development. Solid interpersonal, analytical, and problem solving capabilities.

EXPERIENCE

SPX Genfare, Elk Grove Village, Illinois 10/2006 – 12/2016

An industry leader in providing intelligent fare solutions to the transit agencies in North America.

Director, Human Resources. Reporting to the President of SPX Genfare. Responsibilities include supporting all Human Resources activities at Genfare as well as additional HR support for the SPX Chicago Distribution Center and Radiodetection North America.

Successfully transformed the business from that of an equipment supplier to one of a system integrator in order to dominate market share in the industry.

Contributed to the development and execution of the Employee Relations Review program resulting in improved employee relations and a union free environment in many divisions of SPX.

Manage the Safety Management System Evaluation Program with the injury rate trending downward over the past several years resulting in improved employee morale and cost reduction.

Responsible for all recruiting and human resources efforts to staff SPX Chicago Distribution Center a brand new facility and the first distribution center at SPX.

Completed training of all salaried employees at SPX Genfare on DDI’s Maximizing Performance as well as facilitated Leadership training activities for other SPX divisions in North America.

Strategically aligned business resources to achieve or exceed company’s goals and objectives in the last six out of eight years, as well as having the highest margins in four of the last eight years.

AMERICAN NTN BEARING MANUFACURING CORPORATION, Elgin, Illinois 2002 – 2006

$180 million in sales first tier automotive hub bearing manufacturing company.

Corporate Manager, Human Resources. Reporting to the President of ANBM. Responsible for all Human Resources, Safety and Environmental activities for two manufacturing facilities and local corporate office.

Contributed to the reduction of labor costs by reducing manpower and reorganizing support departments, which included a 30% reduction in the HR department.

Reduced the Short Term Disability costs from $135,000 per year to $72,000 per year by developing a Wellness program and a return to work policy.

Developed a company attendance Policy resulting in absence percentage dropping by two percentage points and reducing overall overtime costs.

Implement a Suggestion System and Presidential Award program resulting in employee contribution and savings of $50,000 to $100,000 annually.

Aggressively pursed changes in Workers Compensation company policies and procedures which reduced overall costs as well as the accident rate.

Reduced company’s overall legal costs from $170,000 per year to under $50,000.

Negotiated a 20% cost reduction in facility contracts over a two year period.

IBIDEN USA CORPORATION, Elgin, Illinois 1999-2002

A technology leader dedicated to the manufacturing of HDI printed circuit boards.

Director, Human Resources. Reported to the President. Responsible for all Human Resources and General Administration activities for several manufacturing facilities, as well as sales offices throughout the United States for a new established company in the United States.

Planned and developed new Human Resources policies, procedures, and programs.

Functioned as an advisor to the President of the Company on all legal Human Resources/Administrative issues concerning Ibiden USA Corporation in the United States.

Negotiated a 10% savings on administrative costs for newly implemented company Healthcare and 401k programs.

Directed all recruiting efforts to meet 100% staffing for manufacturing, sales and engineering positions within the first 12 months of the operation.

Managed and negotiated all administrative contracts which included a program that ensured 100% on time delivery and efficiency for all temporary agencies.

Introduced ADP’s Time and Attendance system improving accuracy, efficiency and overall costs savings in the area of payroll administration.

SOLO CUP COMPANY 1998-1999

A manufacturer of disposal tableware and packaging for the consumer/retail, foodservice, packaging and international markets.

Manager, Human Resources. Reported to the Vice President of Human Resources. Responsible for the support of Human Resources functions at two cutlery divisions with 500 employees.

Managed staffing for the Pamplona expansion project which included the recruiting and hiring of 60 plus employees at all functions and levels.

Set up a recruiting and hiring program for product handlers.

Supported HR functions at the Corporate Offices for all level of management.

DURO-LIFE CORPORATION, Algonquin, Illinois 1993-1998

A precision production machining company of cast iron.

Manager, Human Resources. Responsible for administrating all aspects of Human Resources.

Successfully promoted and maintained a union free environment through vigilant communications and responsiveness to employee concerns and issues.

Established a Safety Committee promoting various company safety programs, which significantly reduced injuries on the shop floor.

Reduced Worker’s Compensation costs by 80% over a 5 year period.

Implemented and managed the Action Request Memo Program with annual cost savings of $50,000.

Updated time reporting systems from manual to electronic interfacing with ADP payroll processing.

Collaborated in the implementation of QS 9000 procedures and policies.

Coordinated recruiting campaigns for foundry workers at Castwell Products and Dura-Bar divisions.

FOOTE-JONES/ILLINOIS GEAR, Chicago, Illinois 1990-1993

Manufacturer of large industrial gears and gearboxes.

Department Manager. A proactive manager in a management rotational program in a manufacturing plant environment.

Supervised gear-cutting operations as a second shift floor supervisor.

Managed various projects supervising unskilled labor force.

Actively participated in union grievance resolutions.

Managed the Shipping/ Receiving and Warehouse Departments

EDUCATION

Masters of Human Resources Management, with Honors 1996-1998

Keller Graduate School of Management, Elgin, Illinois

Bachelor of Arts from the Institute of International Studies 1982-1986

Bradley University, Peoria, Illinois

CERTIFICATIONS/LEADERSHIP

DDI 360 Feedback Coach 06/04/2010

Green Belt Certification 08/27/2009

SPX Advance Leadership School 02/27/2009

DDI Certified Facilitator 01/05/2007

ORGANIZATIONS

Algonquin/Lake In The Hills Fire Protection District 1995-2003

Fire Fighter II/Emergency Medical Technician – B

Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) 1993-Present

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