Human Resources Senior Manager

Jamie Costello

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HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Dedicated, detail-oriented, results-focused Senior Manager Human Resources Professional. Extremely organized and competent. Well versed in all HR Competencies. Capable leader of HR Teams to achieve company goals. Multi-State and Multi-Site Leadership Experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES

HR Operations Change Management Talent Acquisition ATS HRIS Management Payroll Management Compensation & Benefits Management Policy Development Workforce Development Engagement Safety Leave Management Social Media/Branding Performance Management Process Improvement Employee Relations Partnering & Coaching Leadership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Glasgow, KY June 2022 - present

Senior Manager, Human Resources / HRBP

Collaborated / participated on Total Rewards project design team for new timekeeping software implementation in 2022 for UKG Dimensions and new rollout of employee recognition platform in 2023/2024.

Collaborated / participated on Total Rewards Global Career Framework team; job mapping for KY, Commercial Generics positions

Co-facilitated onboarding project to re-envision onboarding for Amneal from interview phase through 90 days employment

Manage annual merit planning and calibration for three sites in Kentucky

Trained people leaders on corrective action process and improved unplanned absence accountability

Increased Human Resource visibility at three sites in Kentucky by communicating HR contact process, deployed employee/manager self - service information, as well as establishing regular office hours at each location

Coach business leaders on effectively leading and managing their teams to optimize performance, strengthen needed workforce capability, and deliver business results

Henkel, Bowling Green, KY September 2021 – June 2022

Senior Human Resources Business Partner /Human Resources Manager

Improved employee engagement by implementing monthly activities including onsite food vendors, catered employee appreciation breakfast, company picnic, etc.

Increased Human Resources visibility on shop floor as HRBP for three cells (Logistics, Engineering/Maintenance/Facilities, and Fabric Softener Sheets) representing over 250 hourly and salaried employees in a facility with over eight hundred associates

Managed timekeeping software conversion project for Ceridian Dayforce (lead conversion at KY facility, programmed/installed timeclocks, prepared FAQ's and shared best practices with other division locations to ensure seamless roll out at their sites, etc.

Bando, USA, Bowling Green, KY August 2019 – September 2021

Human Resources Manager (Including Corporate, TA, HRIS, & Payroll)

Created Plant Safety Committee, prepared monthly meeting schedule and agendas, and prepared training materials and schedules for fire drills, active shooter training, continuous improvement, etc.

Developed and implemented standardized process for daily plant Gemba walk

Developed and implemented all Covid processes for KY and IL sites to ensure health and safety of all employees during the pandemic

Increased company branding and technology utilization by implementing solutions such as: use of applicant tracking system (ATS) in HRIS, text alert system for employee notifications, electronic postings of internal jobs on HRIS community board/intranet, internal breakroom tv system for messaging, reserve and schedule meeting rooms and company cars in Outlook, standardized meeting agendas (controlled documents) and outlook invitations, and uploaded all Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to online look up system

Improved employee engagement by implementing monthly activities (safety awareness month, kindness matters activities, anti-bully campaign, etc.), created plant one call text alert system, and utilizing HRIS social media feature to post all job openings and important company information

Directed bi-weekly payroll processing for international ex pats, as well as all exempt and non-exempt employees and supported JSOX documentation process

Managed 401k plan as well as company-wide benefits. Worked directly with our third-party benefits vendors on plan implantation in preparation for yearly open enrollment process and communicated 401k plan information per plan requirements

Improved facilities administration process by outsourcing plant cleaning services to third party vendor.

Managed and posted OSHA 300 Log

Green Mechanical Construction, Glasgow, KY August 2017 – July 2019

Human Resources & Payroll Manager

Lead process improvements in payroll processing including implementation of electronic pay stubs and new HRIS system with ability to post jobs through applicant tracking system (ATS).

100% on time processing of weekly payroll for all exempt and nonexempt employees including processing of employee change transactions, salaries/bonuses, garnishments, taxes, 401k/benefits, and other deductions

Proactively resolve payroll discrepancies and escalate technical issues to appropriate vendor.

Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors

Controlled HRIS systems access including manager permissions, access, personalization and similar system operations and settings for all system users

401k plan administrator

Cannon Automotive Solutions, Bowling Green, KY September 2016 – March 2017

Human Resources Business Partner (Human Resources Manager)

Developed and implemented standardized process for daily plant production/safety walk

Processed bi-weekly payroll processing for all non-exempt employees

Directed work of Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator and oversaw OSHA 300 reporting

Schaeffler Group, Fort Mill, SC August 2014 – September 2015

Human Resources Manager

Serve as business partner for all aspects of human resources, including training oversight

Maintain and report at Monthly Operations Review on HR Metrics and goal achievement for Turnover, Absenteeism, Overtime, Headcount, FMLA, Temporary Leasing, New Hires/Terminations, and Vacation Utilization

Manage all candidate selection and interview process, onboarding, and retention efforts for high volume / high turnover plant

Coordinate international transfers and assignments with all expatriates including visas

Coach managers and supervisors on effectively leading and managing their teams to optimize performance, strengthen needed workforce capability, and deliver business results

Transformed employee culture and improved morale by participating in daily plant production walks, establishing processes and consistency in HR Operations, and implementing employee engagement activities with site leadership team

Tenneco, Seward, NE January 2014 – August 2014

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Sr. Level Generalist role serving as back up to the plant Human Resources Manager for an 800-employee nonunion Tier 1 Automotive manufacturer of Emission Systems (exhausts)

Lead as a key business partner to emphasize and improve safety, training, and employee engagement / employee relations.

Build consistency into processes including employee investigations, FMLA/Leave of Absence, and accident / safety reporting.

Implement Continuous Improvement strategies and Lean Manufacturing methodologies to drive cost savings and efficiencies throughout HR and facility.

Coach Supervisors / Leadership Team on effectively leading and managing their teams to optimize performance, strengthen needed workforce capability, and deliver business results

Awarded two State of Nebraska training grants for Intermediate and Advanced Microsoft Excel and Access training and highest level of 5S for my area of responsibility

Lead project team to prepare / submit our plant application for annual Corporate Safety Award

Implemented new vending concept in employee breakrooms improving employee morale

Streamlined FMLA process by serving as primary point person for all FMLA/LOA questions and requests

ThyssenKrupp Presta, Danville, IL March 2008 – December 2013

Human Resources Generalist

Managed employee relations issues and concerns, FMLA/LOA, STD/LTD, worker's compensation claims, annual and 90-day performance appraisals, unemployment responses, and annual employee engagement survey for a 300-employee nonunion Tier 1 Automotive manufacturer of Camshafts. Source, recruit, hire and onboard for all open hourly and salaried personnel requisitions. Managed onsite temporary staffing efforts. Managed annual plant audio testing and OSHA 300 Log. Answer employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, vacation, etc. in a timely fashion (within 24 hours). Backup to Payroll Clerk and successfully ran two complete payroll cycles. Coordinated company events and employee activities. Revised policies and forms for effective administration and legal compliance. Developed and maintained strong and trusting relationships with all employees and managers.

Lead 401k and benefit merger during acquisition. Successfully transferred benefits for 120 employees with no mistakes

Streamlined interviewing process by implementing phone screens and panel interviews to save manager’s time

Convinced management to reward additional PTO hours to employees working on a high-volume manufacturing line

Lead wellness initiative: created wellness boards, implemented annual health fair, and annual weight loss contest

Flex-N-Gate Corporation August 2005 – March 2008

Human Resources Representative / Human Resources Supervisor

Managed employee relations issues and concerns, FMLA/LOA, worker's compensation claims, annual and 90-day performance appraisals, and unemployment responses for 150 employee nonunion automotive manufacturer of Bumpers. Started in role as HR Representative and was promoted to role of HR Supervisor after six months. Stand-alone facility with autonomy to independently manage under direction of regional HR Manager. Source, recruit, hire and onboard for all hourly and salaried level positions including DOT regulated roles. Managed onsite temporary staffing efforts. Answer employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, vacation, etc. in a timely fashion (within 24 hours). Manage monthly random drug testing process. Developed and maintained strong and trusting relationships with employees and managers. Responsible for monthly QOS reporting.

•Supported Bumper Works section of business, fifty on site union employees, general assembly

•Reduced Class A CDL driver turnover by 5%.

•Developed and implemented tuition reimbursement program for Class A CDL drivers.

Work Experience (non-Human Resources) prior to 2005:

Purdue University, Cooperative Extension Office, Covington IN 2003-2005

Extension Services Facilitator

Vermilion Advantage, Danville, IL 1998-2003

Workforce Development / Information Technology Manager

Hyster Corporation, Danville, IL 1995-1998

Warranty Systems Analyst, Aftermarket Engineering Department

HRIS & APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS

Oracle (HRIS)

SAP HR (HRIS)

Paylocity (HRIS)

BambooHR (HRIS)

Taleo (Talent Management Solutions)

PeopleSoft (HRIS & Recruitment Management System)

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science – Political Science/Legal Studies, Illinois State University, December 1994

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