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SAMUEL THOMAS, SHRM-CP

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SUMMARY: A top-performing, highly qualified Human Resource Generalist with many years of experience in all facets of the human resource function including Top-level planning, Talent Acquisition, Orientation, On-Boarding, Payroll, Compensation, Benefits, Employee Relations, HR/OSHA Compliance, Performance Management, Training, HRIS, Mergers and Acquisitions, Immigration, Legal and Day to Day HR activities

EDUCATION: MS, BS, Certificate in Payroll Basics, 401k, Talent Acquisition. Certification in Human Resources SPHR-CP

SOFTWARE SKILLS: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, HRIS(ADP), Internet, Intranet, Job Websites, ATS (Taleo, iCIMS), Social Media (Linked In, Facebook. Twitter)

HONORS & ACTIVITIES: Treasurer (2009-2013) and Member of CNJSHRM, National SHRM. SHRM Advocate,

Awarded for 5 years for hard work and dedication by Logistic Solutions

EXPERIENCE:

DVTEL INC, Ridgefield, NJ + International Branches Jan 2015 – Jan 2020

Human Resource Generalist

Developed, administered programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the work force with the strategic goals of the company. Established and lead the standard recruiting and hiring practices and procedures necessary to recruit, hire a superior workforce by writing job descriptions, exit Interviewing

Coached Managers and Supervisors to conduct Performance Appraisals on a yearly basis.

Processed Multi State Payroll on a semi-monthly basis using ADP Workforce Development Software with 175 EE’s implementing Compensation, Bonuses, Commissions, Travel Expenses for US employees

Developed Policy Manual, New Hire procedures and Orientation Kit, Administered 401k, I-9, Benefits (STD, LTD,

AD&D, Group Life Term Insurance, NJFLA, FMLA, ADA, EEO/AAP, Workman’s Compensation, Leave of Absence, Accommodations, HR Audit. Administered claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment.

Conducted seminars on 401k, Harassment. Used ADP for HRIS

Focused on Employee Relations by building personal rapport with employees conducting summer treats

Dealt with Immigration (H1B, L1, B2B visas, Green card) and legal matters with the attorneys

AMERICAN FOILS INC. – Manufacturing, New Brunswick, NJ Jan 2009 - Dec. 2014

Human Resources Generalist and Operations

Successfully set up a Factory and Office from Ground zero. Saved $80,000 in customs duty and Sales Tax • Recruited, negotiated approximately 510 salary offers after background check and drug screening.

Introduced benefits (medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, AD&D) by analyzing and comparing plans

Wrote employee manual covering policies, procedures, disciplinary procedures, code of conduct, FMLA, ADA, EEO, FLSA, ACA, Workman’s Compensation, benefits information, employee wellness, Leave of Absence, Accommodations.

Ran Payroll on bi weekly basis for hourly workers and salaried staff

Built Employee Relations with Supervisors, Workers, staff for smooth running of 3 shifts

Negotiated a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Union for 3 years

Implemented a safety plan with neon sign boards exits, Supplied workers with uniforms, face mask, helmet, factory boots. Organized training on Forklift, Reach Truck, Machines, Shrink Wrap machine

Supervised the Inventory of finished goods, raw materials. Oversaw Petty cash, AR and AP

Cleared an OSHA Audit and complied with OSHA rules and regulations

Sourced raw material from various countries. Developed rapport with vendors for purchase of lubricating oil, packaging materials, building racks, Electric layout, Piping, compressor, sign board,

3i INFOTECH INC. Edison, NJ Dec 2006 – Dec. 2008

Human Resources Generalist

Developed and Administered Compensation, Payroll for 2200 employees, Benefits-401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA,

STD, LTD, AD&D, Group Term Life Insurance, Leave of Absence, Accommodations, Workman’s Compensation, Immigration, Legal matters, Tuition Reimbursement and Petty Cash

Developed Policies, Procedures. Managed HRIS using company developed HR Portal

Talent Acquisition and hire of Workforce, C level executives. Conducted Training for Managers in Topics such as EEOC, Harassment. Conducted a 2-day workshop on sales negotiation with a SME

Employee Relations: Developed a close rapport with all employees with an open-door culture, counseling, investigations, disciplinary action, terminations. Conducted educative seminar on Harassments, 401k, Financial Planning, Life Insurance, Protection of SSN through a Law firm

Organized a 1-day workshop of presentations by different departments with respect to products/services offered Conducted due diligence in Mergers and Acquisitions by visiting the companies acquired, post-acquisition integration.

Managed and coached a staff of seven employees and Managed HR of acquired companies

Ensured smooth running (administration) of the Warehouse and Office

Advised and Recommended Senior Management of Divestiture of a non-profitable Division

Saved 50% cost for the company by developing and rolling out the Medical, Dental, Vision plan.

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