Gayle R. Kolassa

Human Resources Generalist

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517-***-**** • Bronson, MI

Qualifications

Summary

Talented human resources professional with proven experience developing and implementing strategies, policies, and procedures that advance organizational goals and objectives. An intuitive leader who identifies, builds, and maintains relationships, progresses innovative initiatives, and supports core business goals. Thoughtfully craft professional development programs and cultivate positive work environments. Proficient user of MS Office, SAP, Visio, and SharePoint.

Human Resources

Operations & Logistics

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Organizational Development

Compensation & Benefits

System & Process Improvement

Recruiting & Hiring

Performance Evaluations

Staff Training & Leadership

Policy Development

Communication

Career

Experience

Senior Human Resources Generalist

TRIN, Inc., Ashley, IN 2017 to Present

Complete all aspects of human resources functions, including staffing, employee on boarding, compensation studies, performance reviews, and disciplinary action. Create and distribute organizational policies and procedures to ensure employee compliance. Address requests and administer employee leave programs and inquiries related to benefits, budgets, and company policies. Manage unemployment compensation and recruiting processes for salaried positions.

Established new salary on-boarding plan that provided new associates with training and a general understanding of each functional area of business.

Human Resources Generalist

BorgWarner Thermal Systems, Marshall, MI 2001 to 2017

Streamlined human resources functions while developing and implementing strategies to optimize employee performance and retention. Managed payroll procedures and addressed employee concerns. Oversaw recruiting and hiring, completing performance reviews for promotion and appraisal, administering employee leave programs, and documenting status changes. Developed recruiting and HR metrics, reports, and protocols to improve efficiency and accuracy. Supported leadership team to resolve conflicts and administer corrective action in compliance with laws and regulations. Expert in EEO, FMLA, HIPPA, and Worker’s Compensation.

Produced $250K in savings and reduced hiring time for hourly, professional, and technical positions by four-weeks following the implementation and onboarding of online recruitment system, Taleo.

Developed and distributed employee handbook and produced new employee orientation program.

Completed two salary restructuring plans that reduced the workforce by 18%.

Achieved zero recordable accidents over eight years while maintaining responsibility for OSHA and injury investigations.

Additional experience as a Human Resource Administrator for BorgWarner Transmission Systems.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Management & Organizational Development

Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI

Associate of Science in Business Management

Kellogg Community College, Battle Creek, MI

Professional

Training &

Development

2019 FMLA Compliance

2019 Lever Recruiting System

2018 Achieve Global Leadership Training

SABA HRIS

2018 Leadership Global Training

2019 Labor Law Updates

2019 Human Resources and the Law

Taleo Enterprise

SuccessFactors

Karrass Effective Negotiations Training

Situational Leadership I & II

Leadership Architect Suite of Integrated Tools by Lominger Limited Inc.

Recruiting Architect Program by Lominger Limited Inc.

Presentation Skills Training

Preventing Discrimination and Harassment

Coaching Skills for Managers and Supervisors

Payroll Management and the Law

Solving Critical Problems in HR

Safety Education and Training

How to Manage Conflict, Anger and Emotion

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