Allen Christopher

*** ******** ***** *., *******, GA 30349

Phone-404-***-****; ad2ktj@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Performance-driven professional with combined expertise in both Corporate and Field Human Resources Management. A strategic and tactical problem solver. A decision maker who balances the needs of leadership and employees. Effectively leading HR teams to communicate the mission of the organization.

CORE SKILLS & SPECIALTIES

Policy Development Employee Relations Benefits Mergers and Acquisitions Union Avoidance

Labor Relations, Contract Negotiations Worker’s Compensation Talent Management Microsoft Office

Training & Development HRIS (ADP, Taleo, SAP, PeopleSoft, Paycor, Paylocity, UltiPro)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Maxxon/MaxTech, Atlanta, GA August 2022 to Present

Regional Human Resource Manager

A liaison for the Corporate HR Team and local Management Team (Midsouth Floors Division) to ensure compliance in the Business Unit locations (GA and FL) and effectively roll-out HR initiative.

File and follow up on all workers compensation and unemployment claims.

Manages and oversees the recruiting process for all level of candidates: exempt, non-exempt.

Notifies operation team regarding DOT compliance and regulatory construction compliance.

Partners with corporate HR Team to ensure the health and welfare benefit plans are communicated effectively with new employees and during open enrollment.

Analyze HR metrics and identify ways HR can continuously improve and manage efficiency.

Oversee the completion of performance management/appraisal systems.

Support and be a champion for safety:

Liberty Health Sciences, Gainesville, FL March 2021 – July 2022 – Contract

Human Resource Manager Over Manufacturing

A visible strategic Business Partner providing advice and counsel to Operations in one or more assigned functional areas, regarding Human Resources for Pharmaceutical Manufacturer in Florida.

Managing polices and procedures for 320 individuals, while developing HR strategies and partnering with Safety on Covid, OSHA etc…

Implemented HR department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, AA/EEO compliance, and labor relations.

Define company goals and key performance indicators and ensure operational excellence and efficiency to drive business results.

Implement Learning Management System that utilizes e-learning for standardized training.

Guided management and employee actions by researching developing and updating policies procedures, methods and guidelines; communicating and enforcing company values.

Martin Brower, Atlanta, GA September 2020 – February 2021 – Contract Position

Human Resource Manager

Responsible for all Covid Compliance and HR requirements for 450 individuals in 3 Distribution facilities in GA, AL and TN.

Hulcher Services Inc., Atlanta, GA April 2019 to April 2020 – Laid off due to Covid-19

Regional Human Resource Manager (Southeast & Northeast US Region)

Provided HR management support to 300+ union and non-union employees of restoration construction within coal mines, steel mills, oil & gas and general business for the Railroad Industry.

Strategic and tactical support for railroad operations, to achieve the goals and objectives for multi-site locations in (GA, TN, AK, LA, IN, OH, PA) Southeastern and Northeastern US region.

Partner with Regional Vice Presidents and Regional Leadership team to achieve goals.

Built relationships with local offices; The International Union of Operating Engineers (Local 150)

Ensure inclusion and an open and equitable work environment for all employees related to programs, policies and procedures and/or CBA. Actively promote diversity in staffing.

Introduced and creating culture change, to improve morale of employees and management.

Implement and monitor compliance of existing company policies and safety programs.

Manage labor and employee relations issues and investigations, including corrective action, performance management and succession planning.

Innovative Fibers LLC, Spartanburg, SC May 2015 to March 2019-Postion Eliminated

Human Resource Director

Oversee all Human Resource and Safety for multi-site (3) Textile Manufacturing facilities of synthetic fibers (Automotive, Consumer Products) in SC and GA for over 350 employee workforce.

Coached and developed management on setting performance expectations for employees.

Maintained employee surveys, safety reports, accident reports i.e... OSHA, EPA and FMCSA.

Trained management on Union Avoidance; assisted with safety training to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.

Established target areas and long-range accident prevention and cost-control objectives.

Build rapport, train and motivate by engaging employees on production floor.

Managed a staff of four (4) HR professionals and an annual budget of $325,000.

Maintain monthly metrics and decrease gap analysis in training.

Provided guidance to Department Management/Supervisors in resolving employee issues.

Reduced full-time and temporary employee head count of 117% to 34%. Renegotiated contracts and eliminated agencies that were harming business. Saved over 400K back to bottom line.

Identified insurance related risk and mitigated strategies with operations as needed.

Implemented HR technology platforms (applicant testing systems/HRIS, Kiosks etc…)

Implemented and secured training documentation through HR for ISO-9001 audits.

Supported international sales team with compensation plans and adult learning certifications.

Emerson Electric, Atlanta, GA and Baton Rouge, LA June 2013 to February 2015-Resigned.Family

Regional Human Resource Manager (Southeast)

Supported a regional automation and manufacturing division with responsibilities of employee relations, communication, programs, training, compensation, recruitment, staff planning, and benchmarking to Emerson’s policies. Liaison for benefits i.e.; pension, health insurance and 401K administration.

Managed all HR initiatives at manufacturing (Valves for Oil and Gas) service locations in AL, FL, GA, TN, LA, SC – over 840 employees.

Trained Field Leadership regarding changes impacting the region; workforce, sales, etc...

Directed fair and equitable administration of company policies and wage and benefit programs.

Coached and advised management on associate relations, culture, and talent acquisition.

Conducted audits in areas of responsibility for legal compliance.

Assisted managers with compensation-related issues, administration of annual increases.

Responded to all legal charges, Workers Comp, EEOC claims in conjunction with legal counsel.

Felkim Inc., Boca Raton, FL May-2006 to May-2013-Acquisition. Could not relocate to CA.

Human Resource Director

Accountable for Human Resource initiatives for Plastic Manufacturing and Logistic facilities (over 1900 employees) in North Carolina, Georgia, Louisiana, Florida, New Jersey and Arkansas. Supported California satellite operations. Responsible for wage and employee safety programs for Field and Corporate. Managed and set 2nd chair during union negotiations, (International Brotherhood of Teamsters).

Provided advice and counsel as subject matter expert (SME) to operations management, sales, administration and employees regarding HR policies and procedures.

Maintained federal and state requirements such as FLSA, ADA, EEO, Title VII, FMCRA, NLRA etc…

Supported and assisted HR team of eight (8) and managing an annual budget of over $750,000. Stayed abreast of investigations so the department brought timely resolution to employee relations concerns (hotline calls/payroll/benefits) or other general employee matters.

Restructured HR Department to support organization, i.e. Generalist, Benefits etc…

Developed a retention strategy based on metrics and performance indicators.

Led strategies to improve morale and retention by aligning with corporate vision and goals.

Manage Union grievances by addressing each concern and, working with the local committee to present solutions. And communicating with Senior Management in the resolution process.

McNair Distribution Management, Atlanta, GA July-2000 to May 2006 - Career opportunity

Regional Human Resource Director

Directed Human Resource functions for 20 facilities in 8 states: FL, GA, IL, NJ, TX, TN, LA, CO and Mexico with over 2700 field employees. Transformed Field HR from a tactical role to a strategic business partner.

Supported two (2) Regional Vice Presidents and supervised a total of 18 with 9 direct reports.

Managed the people process through organizational mergers and acquisitions.

Assisted in Union (International Longshore/Warehouse Union-ILWS) negotiations and grievances and collective bargaining agreements to support strategic goals and business needs.

Advised and or managed various employee/labor relations from EEO, FLSA, ADA, AA, and ISO to minimize risk to the company. Coordinate compliance in partnership with Legal Department.

Promoted from HR Logistic Center Manager to Regional Human Resource Director.

EDUCATION and MILITARY

United States Marine Corps, Active and Reserve. Gunnery Sgt. E-7. Honorable Discharge

American University -- B.A, Business Administration

Fordham University – Candidate for Masters of Studies in Law (MSL) in Corporate Compliance

Senior Professional Human Resource – SPHR. Plan to recertify 2024

Smith System - Certified Trainer

Red Cross – Certified in CPR/AED

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