Human Resources Resource

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RESUME

TINA SLEDGE MAITH

MARLTON, NEW JERSEY, USA 08053

609-***-**** ********@*******.***

Dynamic, team spirited and performance driven Management professional with over 20 years progressive experience in Human Resource Management, Administration and Quality Management systems. Ability to communicate and motivate team members to enhance strategic goals and bottom-line objectives. Key strengths include trustworthy, good listener, problem solving, impartial & objective, customer relationship, team work & collaboration, communication, coaching and mentoring. WORK EXPERIENCE: (in reverse chronological order). Marlin Leasing Corporation dba PEAC Solutions, New Jersey, USA October 2022-March 2024 Human Resources Department- Human Resources Manager

• Built relationships with employees at all levels and drive business results through the facilitation of effective performance management tools, processes and development.

• Assisted managers and employees in improving working relationships, increasing engagement and retaining Marlin’s talent.

• Partnered with managers to resolve employee relations issues; provide coaching and guidance to managers. Diagnose opportunities for performance improvement and corrective actions. Collaborate with legal counsel on issues as appropriate.

• Managed the day-to-day operations of the Human Resource Department including recruitment & staffing, Employee onboarding, development of policies & procedures, coordinating activities with other departments, overseeing files/records maintenance and ensuring that the company is in compliance with local laws.

• Handled the on-boarding process, through pre-employment processing, background checks, drug screens, DOT Physicals and physical capacity tests etc., orientation and deployment to the Hiring departments within the company.

• Member of the team responsible for implementation of Paycor (HCM) Software within the HR Department. Previously used Workday Enterprise Management Cloud (HR) for all HR related matters of the Department.

• Worked directly with the Company Lawyers, Insurance Agents and other 3rd Parties involved in the smooth function of the Company and maintaining cordial relationship with Worker’s Union etc. Simco Logistics, LLC Co. dba Jack & Jill D.S.D, New Jersey, USA March 2020-September 2022 Human Resources Department- Human Resources Generalist

• Member of the Core Management team, reporting to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company.

• Managed the day-to-day operations of the Human Resource Department including recruitment & staffing, Employee onboarding, development of policies & procedures, coordinating activities with other departments, overseeing files/records maintenance and ensuring that the company is in compliance with local laws.

• Handled the on-boarding process, through pre-employment processing, background checks, drug screens, DOT Physicals and physical capacity tests etc., orientation and deployment to the Hiring departments within the company.

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• Worked closely with the Board Members and Senior Management personnel, on matters related to employee relations, maintaining high level of engagement and is serving as the brand ambassador, in line with the Core Business Values of the Organization.

• Successfully handling the HR functions using HRIS system, UltiPRo-UKG and supporting the Payroll Administrator by submission of employment documents, change forms, performance evaluations etc.

• Leading the DOT Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program and other DOT Compliance programs.

• Working directly with the Company Lawyers, Insurance Agents and other 3rd Parties involved in the smooth function of the Company and maintaining cordial relationship with Worker’s Union etc.

• Responsible for investigating and resolving work place grievances; maintaining harmony within the organization.

American General Trading & Contracting Co. WLL, Kuwait February 2010-July 2019 It is an American Owned and Managed General Trading Company dealing with the U.S Military, US Government and other Prime U.S Contractors in Kuwait, Iraq, Qatar, Afghanistan and Djibouti. The Company deals in General Construction, Sponsorship services (Life support services), Logistics and Transportation, Laundry Services, Manpower Supply, Procurement and Meet & Greet Services. The company employs over 450 personnel from various countries including, USA, Ireland, UK, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Philippines, Kenya, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Administration Department- Assistant Manager-Human Resources & Administration

• Managed the day-to-day operations of the HR & Sponsorship Department in Kuwait and Qatar, including recruitment & staffing, Employee onboarding, development of policies & procedures, budgets, coordinating activities with other departments and agencies, overseeing files/records maintenance, monitoring task progress and ensuring that the company is in compliance with Local Laws & regulations as well as Contractual requirements of our Clients.

• Worked with the Insurance Providers/Agents and achieved 100% coverage during my tenure, by obtaining/maintaining Workmen Compensation Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Comprehensive General Liability Insurance etc., for the Employees and Company, as a whole.

• Lead a multinational team of over 12 professionals, comprising of HR Supervisor, Sponsorship Supervisor, HR Administrators, Recruitment Specialist, Government Relations Supervisor and Government Relation representatives.

• Directly managed the operations of the Recruitment section of the Department and ensured recruitment of workers (skilled & un-skilled) from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka, as per the requirements of our internal

& external clients.

• Managed the Induction process of all new employee for the Company and Sponsored Clients.

• Developed and maintained with the Team, the Standard Operating Procedures for Recruitment, Induction, Performance evaluations etc., on continuous basis, to make them suited to the requirements of the job and thereby satisfying the needs of all the stakeholders.

• Responsible for investigating and resolving work place grievances; maintaining harmony within the organization.

• Involved with the Project Team for the implementation of ERP system, integrating HR and Payroll functions in 2010. Assisted the Technical Team for the customization of the HR Package, to suit the requirements of the Kuwait Labor Law 2010.

• Managed the transition from the old Kuwait Labor law to the New Kuwait Labor Law, 2010. Company Policies and Procedures were revised under my Supervision, to be in compliance with Kuwait rules and regulations.

• Involved in the development, implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001-2008 procedures for the company. Also supported the Management Representative (MR) team during the transition from ISO 9001-2008 Quality Assurance System to ISO 9001-2015. Performed Internal Surveillance Audits of all the Department and successfully completed the ISO Certification renewal process, during my tenure.

• Managed the operations of the Sponsorship Section within the HR Department; responsible for providing Life Support Services including legalization, housing etc., of over 600 Nos. US nationals, 3

working for some of the major US Prime Contractors, such as, Honeywell Technical Services Inc, Raytheon, Mission 1st, VTMILCOM, Perini, CH2M-Hill, University of Maryland University College

(UMUC) etc.

• Imparted Cross-Cultural training to western nationals recruited by our US Clients, prior to their deployment in Kuwait. This team consisted of employees from Kuwait and USA.

• Supervised the operations of the Government Relations Section, which dealt with all works related to the various Ministries like Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor (Commercial & Government Project File), Ministry of Interior, Traffic Department, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Ministry of Finance, Public Institution for Social Security, The Public Authority for Civil Information, Kuwait Chamber of Commerce

& Industry, Kuwait Municipality etc.

• Worked closely with reputed Law firms in Kuwait and Qatar, various Embassies, Consulates etc., in maintaining compliance to regulatory requirements in Kuwait and overseas. PepsiCo Inc. (Frito Lays), USA January 2004–January 2009 HR Department – Assistant HR Manager

• Managed all administrative tasks of the HR Department and successfully supported the HR Manager in daily activities of the Department.

• Supported and led the team members of the HR Department in all administrative works including recruitment, on-boarding, conducting background checks, drug tests etc., communication with candidates, training & development of employees etc. Was actively involved in creating an inclusive and cherishing environment at the Office.

• Organized several outdoor team building activities for the Zonal Team members and achieved appreciation from staff and management.

• Handled Safety related activities for the Zonal Sales Department including collection & reporting of truck safety incidents, Workmen compensation etc., Safety training, updating OSHA Log and communicated with the relevant Management team.

Internal Revenue Services (IRS), USA January 2002–January 2003 Secretary

• Handling administrative tasks of the Revenue Office at Philadelphia. Handled mails, communicated with the Client and Revenue Agents, Managers etc. Successfully handled collection of Data/Information from and disseminated them to the concerned Department, Manager, Agents etc., as per standard operating procedures.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION:

1. High School Diploma.

2. Online Associate Degree of Science, Human Resource Administration Program, Ashworth College.

(Discontinued due to life-changing events)

SOFTWARE SKILLS:

1. HRIS system: UltiPRo-UKG, Paycor & Workday.

2. DOT system, USA.

3. Microsoft Office Suite.

4. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software: HRM System, Expert Business Solution, Kuwait.

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