Mercedes Urrea Pica / PHR

San Diego CA ***** Cell. + 619-***-**** Email: adxri4@r.postjobfree.com / linkedin.com/in/mercedesurrea HUMAN RESOURCES SR. PROFESSIONAL

Dynamic bicultural Spanish/English change agent with 10+ year’s progressive HRBP leadership experience in a world class environment across diverse industries. Liaison between HQ and Manufacturing operations and comply with corporate guidelines and domestic Labor Laws. Instrumental in driving HR functions for corporate integrations, start- ups, and mergers. Experienced across large, small, public, and private organizations to create a positive working environment and effective communication channel. Mentoring and coaching at all levels of the organization on people improving and development opportunities. Diversity and Inclusion initiatives(DEI). Staffing. HR Service Delivery

(HRSD), a best-practices approach for automating and standardizing HR processes . Adept at developing processes, procedures, and programs to attract and retain top talent, streamline operations, and reduce turnover. Sharp business acumen, with strong relationship-building and strategic business partner capabilities. Certification programs experience ISO9001:2000, ISO14001, ISO13485, OSHA 18001 and NOM-035, SOX, CTPAT, Project Management, Employees Engagement, Talent Management and Development, Employee Services etc. Fluent in English

& Spanish. BA Business Administration and Certification in Human Resources (PHR) UCSD University of California San Diego, CA. Core competencies include:

Proactive change agent and troubleshooting HR Transformation Very focus on business strategy Budget Administration Talent Acquisition/Development to build up the pipeline Leadership Development and alignment to company culture Regulatory Compliance Deployment and implementation of corporate policies and Procedures Corporate Integrations, Start-Ups & Mergers Multiple sites leadership development Employee branding and onboarding Lean Manufacturing Skills Assessments (Lominger Methodology and Predictive Index) Labor relations and labor force reduction (employee contracts/agreements for union and non-unionized companies) Payroll Managing Employees services Public Spokesperson/Liaison and company Legal Representative Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organization. EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT

− Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Instituto Tecnológico de Tijuana

− Certification in Human Resources (PHR) by UCSD University of California San Diego, CA

− Future Leaders Development Program by University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

− Lominger-Certified in Competency-Based Interviewing and Assessment by Path Rowe Interviewing Methodology\ EXPERIENCE AND ACOMPLISHMENTS

TUTAMEN MEDICAL PRODUCTS Tijuana MX/China 10/ 2020 – 02/2023 HR Manager

● Supporting the company to turnaround the plant and take it to the next level. Focus on talent acquisition of key stakeholder, implementation of payroll and AP system, transition of external accountant.

● Introduced orientation program that increased awareness of corporate culture and values. Employee Engagement went from 71% to 93%.

● Played integral HR role during corporate restructuring; coordinated reduction in labor force with no adverse operational effects. Efficiency of the structure from 523 employees to 387 maintaining productivity and quality.

● Working on cost reduction initiatives in the areas of Purchasing, Warehouse, and Purchasing etc.

● Work closely with the operation manager on a succession plan for key contributors and help to develop backups assessing potential Join Venture partners to increase company footprint and revenue.

● Budget and process control implementation.

● Financial reporting to China and P&L responsibility with Operations Leader ASPEN MEDICAL PRODUCTS Tijuana MX /Irvine CA 04/ 2018 – 07/2020 HR Manager

● Implemented training needs assessment for all levels of development plant site; designed specific training to enhance senior leadership skills and build up the pipeline. Learning curve from 47 days to 18 days

● Instituted salary structure with internal/external equity in alignment with compensation strategy. Yearly talent retention from 42% to 96%.

● Joined the company with the purpose of supporting the transition from a shelter to go independent. Handle all HR matters and Employee’s development for production (OJT) on the job training.

● Screened candidates for a certified key sewers operation. Developed policies and procedures, budget, Onboarding, Support on the development of Emotional Intelligence training and Predictive Index for managers.

● Development of mid-level supervisor to improve leadership skills, etc. DRACI SPORTS DE MEXICO Tijuana MX/East Lake CA 01/ 2016 – 03/ 2018 HR /Administrative Manager

● Responsible for managing HR, Import / Export, Accounting, Warehouse, IT, QA

● Maintained workforce turnover rate from 38% to 6% below market rate.

● Developed a career path program to assure continuing management education in alignment with corporate culture. Organizational Development and OJT (on the job training).

● Support the business to get to the next level potentially through a Joint Venture. MEDI PLASTICS Tijuana MX 05/ 2012 – 01/ 2016

HR Manager

● Startup operation of a Thermoforming, Molding and Extrusion operation.

● Responsible for all the activities related to HR and legal compliance

● Motivated employees to higher levels of performance and boosted retention by implementing an employee reward and recognition program 42% to 96%.

SMITHS MEDICAL – Tijuana, B.C. / Monterrey, N.L. /Minneapolis MI 10/ 2011 – 02/ 2012 HR Manager Mexico

● Responsible for the HR function of Tijuana and Monterrey locations with +2000 employees Freelance Recruiting 03/ 2009 – 01/ 2011

BRADY CORPORATION MX/Milwaukee, Anaheim, Baldwin Park, Poway Ca. 02/ 2004 – 02/ 2009

Southwest Sr. HR Manager

● Retained to pilot HR functions for the integration, start-up, and merger of 3 sites in Tijuana, Reynosa, and Queretaro, Mexico and 3 Southern California sites.

● Provided HR and recruiting support to other company business in Brazil, etc.

● Expat Mobility, Cross Border Management Experience

● Labor, Immigration compliance in the USA : Employee relations, EEO, DEL, Workplace safety and guidelines, Time off and leaves of absence, employee benefits, policies and procedures etc. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

DELPHI CONNECTION SYSTEMS Sr. Human Resources Manager – Tijuana MX /El Paso TX PANASONIC (Battery) Human Resource Manager – Tijuana MX /San Diego CA ARTHUR ANDERSEN Administrative / HR Manager – Tijuana, B C / Cd Juarez, Chihuahua / Chicago IL AFFILIATIONS

Chamber of Commerce (CANACINTRA), Board Member / Director of Human Capital Industrials Relations Association (ARHITAC)

Software Skills

HRIS: Workday, SAP, Word, TRESS (Mexico), Excel, Power Point, Google Suite

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