LAURA GONZALEZ

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HUMAN RESOURCES

Detail-oriented with a skill for collaborating with team members and other professionals across different departments at all organizational levels. Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate new processes and procedures, as well as motivating associates to achieve project goals and build a positive culture. AREAS OF EXPERTISE

HR ● Employee Relations ● Training ● Strategic & Tactical Planning ● Staff Supervision ● Safety ● Leadership ● Organizational Development ● Project Management ● Analytical Problem Solving ● Communication ● Efficiency Improvement ● Process Implementation ● HR Information Software ● Customer Service ● Teamwork

● Group Collaboration ● Continuous Improvement ● 5S/Lean Manufacturing PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Monogram Foods, Bristol, IN, January 2021 – October 2022 HR Generalist, Bristol, IN

HR Generalist for manufacturing with approximately 450 employees.

Responsible for staffing, new hire paperwork, I9 verification, background checks, drug test, etc.

Constantly collaborate with Regional Director and Plant Manager focusing on continuous site improvement.

Responsible for tracking and reporting absenteeism, HPU, attrition, tenure, and other KPI reports.

Implemented Spanish orientation to increase hiring ability.

Translate HR Investigations, Reporting, and Documentation.

Excellent computer skills with the ability to learn new techniques to increase productivity and efficiency Wabash National Corporation, Goshen, IN, June 2018 – January 2021 Recruiter & Safety Committee Leader, Goshen & Ligonier, IN Recruiter and Safety Committee Leader for two manufacturing locations (Goshen/Ligonier, IN)

Recruited for 2 manufacturing locations; completed Safety and new hire orientation.

Exceeded in effectively staffing all locations during one of the lowest unemployment rates in Elkhart Co.

Translated for production meetings, yearly OSHA trainings, etc.

Kept & updated employee training files in compliance with ISO 9000 requirements

Ability to create and maintain positive relationships with employees. Triangle Rubber & Plastics, Goshen, IN January 2016 – April 2018 HR Generalist & Orientation Coordinator

Policy implementation/interpretation; bereavement, attendance, point system, etc.

Employee recruitment and selection; interviewed & hired over 15+ employees a week.

Kept plant managers informed and up to date on daily decision-making regarding employee disciplinary actions.

Conducted new employee orientation & handled all new hire paperwork; I9 verification, background checks, drug test, etc.

Coordinated and participated in weekly meetings with the company's Safety Team to enhance workplace safety

Assisted employees in all benefits offered by the company; vacation & time off requests, medical, dental, 401K, LTD, STD, etc.

Handled unemployment hearings & submitted all necessary documentation needed. EDUCATION

Goshen College, Goshen, IN

o Bachelor of Business

Purdue University Global – Currently attending

o Master’s in Business

OSHA 10 Hour Certificate

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