Employee Relations Manager

Sladjana (Suzi) Planojevic

**** ******* *****, ****** ****, IL 60487

Phone 269-***-****, E-Mail: **********@*******.***

Senior HR Generalist HR Manager

A resourceful and influential professional with a rich experience in managing and executing various Human Resource functions including recruiting, staffing, training and development, onboarding and orientation; payroll administration; compensation and benefits; talent management as well as employee record management. An astute manager, with a proven track record of building and maintaining strong employee relations. Adept at investigating and resolving ongoing employee relations issues, analyzing data and making recommendations to management for corrective action and improvements in addition to administering and coordinating various human resources plans and procedures. Proficient in developing and maintaining human resources system to meet top management information needs in addition to ensuring that all HR activities are in compliance with local, state, federal laws along with applicable corporate laws and internal guidelines. An industrious and enterprising professional with great confidence and assertiveness along with the ability to plan, organize and execute strategic initiatives to advance organizational goals and value.

SKILL AREAS: Human Resources Functions ● Payroll Administration ● Employee Relations ● Staffing and Recruitment ● Process Improvements ● Record Management ● Planning and Scheduling ● Inventory Control ● Shipping and Receiving ● Talent Acquisition ● OSHA Regulations ● FLSA ● HRIS Implementation ● MIOSHA Regulations ● Regulatory Compliance ● Program Development ● Committee Participation ● EHS Guidelines and Standards ● Technology Implementation ● On-boarding and Orientation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Camaco-Amvian, Portage, IN (2018 – 2019) HR Manager

Design and develop job descriptions in addition drafting and regulating human resource policies and procedures.

Meticulously execute full cycle recruiting, onboarding and new employee orientation along with managing weekly and biweekly payroll. Additionally, oversee and administer the training and safety programs for employees and benefits.

Ensure correct staffing levels as well as proper maintenance of employee records including attendance, salary and hourly employees etc.

Positively influence company’s growth and revenue by building and maintaining strong employee relationships.

Horizon Global (Cequent), South Bend, IN (2017 –2018) Distribution Center Manager

Streamlined operational efficiency by diligently managing and monitoring the staff along with practicing cost control to significantly reduce operating costs associated with the Distribution Center.

Showcased proficiency in leading all facets of distribution planning and scheduling, inventory, shipping and receiving.

Orchestrated the transfer of inventory worth $3M from Michigan facility to South Bend.

Succeeded in generating $12.5M in sales for South Bend facility.

Cequent Consumer Products, South Bend, IN (2011 – 2017) Senior Human Resources Generalist

Oversaw and orchestrated overall recruitment and hiring process as well as payroll. Served as HR liaison across 2 locations covering 2 states for 70 employees. Additionally, outlined and executed onboarding and orientation strategies and programs.

Ensured proper regulatory compliance and training of employees by proficiently executing EHS Audits across company locations besides maintaining correct staffing levels by collaborating with external agencies for talent acquisition.

Led the establishment of ADP ETime, a time and attendance software along with the transition from ADP payroll to Ultimate Systems, UltiPro software for hourly payroll throughout the company.

Served as Benefits and 401(K) liaison between employees and corporate office apart from providing assistance to various committees for assessing and amending staffing and recruitment policies in addition to redesigning orientation guidelines.

Synergized with HR Team to organize and manage Health Fairs. Moreover, headed the Plant Safety Program thereby improving compliance and understanding of OSHA regulations and policies.

Altered job descriptions according to FLSA and internal company standards. Furthermore, chaired and led Safety Committee to discover areas of improvement and implement changes. Also, revised employee manuals to ensure compliance with local, State, and Federal regulations.

Won the Above and Beyond Award.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CREDENTIALS

Associate of Business Administration, Lake Michigan College, Benton Harbor, MI

Bachelor of Business Administration, Sienna Heights University, Benton Harbor, MI

Training & Certifications

Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-CP), Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)

Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, ADP Work Force Now, Ultipro, WebEx, EBS/Instapay, Paychex, ADP – EV5/ETime, Lotus Notes

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