Human Resources Manager
Resume:
John P. Vandenberg
West Bend, WI *****
*********@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-vandenberg
Career Summary: Experienced Human Resources professional with over 25 years of expertise in driving strategic workforce planning, recruiting, implementing successful onboarding programs, improving employee engagement, managing employees’ performance, compensation and benefits programs, and implementing best HR practices. As well as a proven record of conceptualizing and executing impactful HR strategies that foster a positive work environment.
Skills:
Policy Development
Employee Relations
Compliance
Recruitment/Retention
Safety
Performance Management
Compensation
Succession Planning
Multitasking
Benefits
Employee Development
Process Improvement
Professional Experience:
Human Resources Manager 2022 – 2023
Glenroy, Inc. Menomonee Falls, WI
Managed new talent acquisition and recruitment process for over 40 new full-time hires.
Developed and streamlined HR policies and the employee handbook.
Collaborated with management to redefine the role of HR and improve employee relations and employee engagement.
Human Resources Manager 2011 - 2022
Signicast, LLC, Hartford, WI
Worked with managers on the recruitment and onboarding process to reduce the time-to-fill and employee turnover.
Revised the employee handbook and all HR policies ensuring best HR practice and legal compliance.
Created/revised all job descriptions to ensure internal and external pay equity and align with strategic initiatives.
Handled employee terminations and other difficult situations in a sensitive, fair, and respectful manner working closely with legal counsel, supervisors, and managers.
Human Resources Manager 2011 – 2011
Cargill – Value Added Meats, Butler, WI
Managed all HR functions including recruiting, payroll, benefits, employee relations, compensation, and legal compliance.
Coached managers on evaluating employees, setting goals, conducting objective performance reviews, and recognizing and rewarding performance improvements.
Human Resources Specialist (Contract position) 2010 - 2011
Signicast, LLC, Hartford, WI
Provided consulting services including recruiting and staffing, policy development, employee training, performance management, compensation, and employee relations.
Owner 2005 - 2017
Vandenberg Custom Interiors, Cedarburg, WI
Developed a unique business model that enables homeowners to maximize their return on investment by requiring the owner to assist in the design, construction, and finishing of their remodeling project.
Human Resources Manager 1996 - 2010
Milwaukee Gear Company / Treat All Metals, Inc., Milwaukee, WI
Managed all HR and safety functions for a 225-employee, 24-5 specialty gear manufacturer and heat-treating operation.
Education:
Associates – Human Resources Management - Cardinal Stritch University
BS – Occupational Safety and Health - UW – Whitewater
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