Human Resources Resource

Regina L. Parker, PHR

South Berwick, Maine Cell# 207-***-**** EM: *********@*****.***

Accomplished Human Resource professional with twenty years of experience in progressively responsible HR positions with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources and Finance. My work history is in Manufacturing, Science, Research and Laboratory Engineering, and Banking fields. Looking for a position as HR Manager, HR Generalist or specialist position as Administrator of Benefits and Compensation or Leaves of Absence/HRIS. Demonstrates high level of confidentiality, flexibility and adaptability. EDUCATION / SPECIALIZED TRAINING / AFFILIATIONS

Education: B.S. Southern New Hampshire University – Dual Major in Human Resources and Finance. A.S. Husson University, Bangor Maine – Business Administration Certifications: PHR National Certification as Professional in Human Resources; CPS National Certification Certificates Programs: UNH Certificate Programs: Project Management; Supervisory Skills; HR Administration Affiliations: Current Member of SHRM & SHRA; SHRA Treasurer/Board of Directors & Membership Committee; Assisted on multiple South Berwick Non-Profits and volunteer on a consistent basis KEY TRAITS

Financial budgeting preparation and monthly reporting, demonstrates a high degree of flexibility and adaptability, comfortable in establishing new direction, managing rapid change and shifting priorities. Hands-on Manager who enjoys helping employees and customers directly Project Management and working with Leadership Teams on problem solving and business simplifications Computer Savvy with HRIS programs, Payroll and Microsoft Suite and Google Suite Negotiation Skills with Vendors and Customers

Strong passion for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging I am reliable, empathetic, compassionately direct, with high level work ethics. WORK HISTORY

Tom’s of Maine / Colgate Palmolive, Sanford ME

Human Resource Business Partner – 70 employees – Supply Chain for Toothpaste (7 mths) Reason for Leaving: To take care of a Family Member I have POA responsibilities for

Key Member of Tom’s of Maine Sanford Facility Leadership Team

Partnered with leaders to drive people strategy including talent management, succession planning, performance management and workforce planning.

Leader of HR, ADM, Volunteerism and Community Partnerships

Employee Relations, Employee Life Cycle events, Benefit Administration, HRIS, Oversee Payroll, Coaching and Training along with KPI presentations to key management monthly and quarterly.

Organized an Employee Engagement committee and completed a Community Garden and Plant Beautification Project along with numerous non-profit volunteer opportunities locally in Southern Maine

Brought Sanford Operations to Full Staffing for Exempt and Non-Exempt for first time in 3 years.

Understood critical objectives of the business and partnered with the greater HR network to help influence the culture, create a positive employee experience, and champion relevant org. changes and initiatives. Brueckner Group USA, Inc., Portsmouth/Dover NH – Engineering/Sales/Service Industry Human Resource Manager (1 Year) 90 employees USA and Mexico for 4 Divisions Reason for Leaving: Company not a good Cultural Fit; Had an opportunity for advancement to Business Partner in Maine

Employee Life Cycle Changes

Recruitment and Retention

Employee Relations - counsel and coach employees and managers

Onboarding presentations

Manage all Leaves of Absence & Workers Compensation

Legal Compliance

Policy and Handbook Administrator

Compensation and Benefits Analysis with 3rd party vendors

Restructured comprehensive Benefit package with 3rd party vendors, boosted employee population by 30%, and increased retention level by 35% and decreased vesting from 6 years to 2 years. Illinois Tool Works - ITW Specialty Films, Newburyport, MA 01950 – Manufacturing Foils SR. HR Generalist (12 Years)125-250 employees USA based 3-5 Divisions Reason for Leaving: Was not looking to move, but got recruited for advancement

Annual Talent Management cycles

Employee Development and Succession Planning

Administrator of Employee Training

Payroll processing for three business units

Spot Awards, Service Awards, Referral Bonuses

Champion of United Way, Wellness Ambassador and Safety Committee chair

Created annual AAP’s to meet EEO requirements for 3-5 locations

Covid / Disaster Coordinator

Talent Acquisition

KPI’s Monthly Reporting and Auditing

Lead on any division HRIS migrations or enhancements as needed by the organization. Thermo Fisher Scientific, Portsmouth NH 03801 – Manufacturing Laboratory supplies HR Generalist (15 Years) 350+ employees – Unit Level Reason for Leaving: RIF – HR moved to Waltham MA

Recruitment for 350 employee facility along with 50 contract workers

Executive Payroll processing; oversaw hourly payroll

Leaves and Benefits Administration and Employee Relations Skills Profile

Technical: Intermediate Office Suite; Advanced in HRIS; Payroll systems - ADP, Paylocity, Ceridian and Dayforce payroll; Advanced in ATS systems; Administer multiple Benefit Administration databases Talent Pipeline: Develop and motivate talent; Succession Planning, Developed Referral and New Hire bonus program; Managed Performance Review Cycle & 9-Box Assessments; Developed Onboarding Programs. Analytical: Workforce Planning; Processed payroll for multiple business units in Dayforce linking directly to Workday HRIS; Internal and external audits for payroll and benefits; Assist with departmental budgets and financial closings; Expedite new acquisition’ payroll and tax implementation; Work closely with Finance for payroll, PTO, Headcounts and KPI’s. Prepare and monitor monthly/yearly budgets for HR, Safety and Wellness programs. Business Simplification: Simplify and align policies, procedures, handbooks, payroll; Align benefit administration for multiple locations in division; Compliance and testing of benefit programs; Corporate Liaison/Lead for all program updates. Employee Relations: Managed all aspects of employee discipline, investigations, safety incidents, attendance violations, conflicts of interest and work performance with all levels of the workforce at multiple locations.

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Benefits: Developed and implemented strategic initiatives and key metrics to support retention of staff members. Vendor relations and negotiation for benefits and staffing; Communicate and train staff on benefit updates. Payroll: Managed and/or processed payroll for 15 years using multiple systems and coordination with HRIS databases. Dayforce, Paylocity and ADP and Best payroll programs.

Staffing: Manage all aspects of Onboarding and Offboarding; Vendor relationships/contracts; Employee development; Training; Created Onboarding program that interacts with management to enhance our teamwork philosophy. Legal: EEO compliance; Compiled Affirmative Action Plan for multiple sites; Understand and adhere to local, state, and federal laws regarding employment, wage and hour, OSHA, and related laws. Safety: Administered Worker’s compensation program, FMLA, LOA’s, Safety Skill online programs, e-learning, Safety committee chair and member of Division Safety Leadership Team.

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