Human Resources Business Partner

John P. Whelan

313-***-**** **********@*****.***

Professional Profile

Human Resources Management Professional with over 20 years of demonstrated results-oriented performance. Partner with executive leadership and management to plan, direct and control Human Resources operations to assist and fulfill organizational objectives. Possess excellent communication working with a diverse population from hourly employees to executives in both a corporate and manufacturing setting. Ability to design and lead organization and team development initiatives. Strong computer skills utilizing MS OFFICE (Word, EXCEL, PowerPoint), Proficient with HR Systems including ABRA, iVantage, iCIMS, Ceridian, KRONOS, Global HRM, PeopleSoft and Hanmaru. Core Competencies

Continuous Improvement

Continuous Learning,

Strategic Problem Solving and Analysis

Service Focus and Delivery

Collaboration

Communication

Change Agility

Mission and Vision Focus

Stewardship and Ethical Conduct

HR Competencies

Champion and Drive Culture Change

Proactive Employee and Employer Relations

HR Analytics

Affirmative Action Plan Development

Performance and Talent Management

Legal Compliance

Recruiting Retention and Leadership

Professional Experience

Mando America Corporation 2021 to Present

Mando America Corporation is a Tier I global manufacturer (OEM) of world class automotive Driver Assistance, Brake, Steering and Suspension systems to a diverse supplier base including General Motors, Ford, Stellantis, Rivian, Tesla Nissan, Kia Motors Company, Volkswagen, BMW, and Hyundai Motor with locations in Asia, the America’s and Europe. Mando’s North American unit has R&D and Manufacturing centers in Alabama, Georgia, Michigan and Mexico. The Human Resources Manager (HRM) oversees all Human Resources at a plant facility (Compensation & Benefits, Hourly Recruitment & Retention, Plant HR Management, Team Member Relations, and Team Member Orientation). The HRM ensures compliance with Human Resources policies, procedures and practices, as well as applicable federal, state and local laws.

Human Resources Manager North American Business Unit (Bay City and Novi, MI R&D Centers)

Strategic Business Partner and Operations Management Liaison for both R&D Centers in Bay City and Novi

Manage HR Team and all HR Related issues for 200 employees in two locations

Manage and Facilitate Visa applications (F-1, H1B, Green Cards) for approximately 75-90 Technology Employees

Prepare Management and KPI reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions

Developed New Mission and Vision Statements for the North American Business Units

Developed and Implemented New Hybrid remote work policies during COVID and Non COVID peaks

Increased Headcount over 600% in 2021 despite critical worker shortage utilizing incentives

Conflict Resolution and conducting formal investigations including report preparation Alutiiq/Afognak and Serrato Corporation Detroit MI 2019 to 2021 Alutiiq/Afognak and Serrato Corporation provides consulting services. The Company offers supplemental education, facility management, technical training, and foreign language development services. Serrato Corporation serves government agencies, commercial businesses, and academic institutions. Human Resources Manager

Strategic Business Partner and Management Liaison for DJCC Supplemental Education Services

Management of HR department and EEOC Officer for Detroit Center

Cross Train Staff and Instructors on Health, Safety, and Center Protocols for return to campus scenarios during COVID 19 including EEO, Project Management and PowerPoint Presentation training modules

Develop and implement human resources strategy in support of needs, goals, and objectives for the DJCC Unit

Prepare Management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions

Coaching and mentoring all staff from Director to hourly employees in a positive reinforcing manner

Payroll Administration and Development of Bonus incentive plan for student enrollments and post graduation placements

Support Career Development Service initiatives including development and implementation of a productive Work- based Learning program to include the development of students’ employability and social skills utilizing Google Classroom

Manage Recruitment strategy for Salaried and Hourly employees including job offers and budget approval

Review and update Employee Handbook

Conflict Resolution and conducting formal investigations including report preparation

Develop human resources strategy in support of needs, goals, and objectives for business unit Daehan Solution Michigan LLC, Romulus MI 2018-2019 Daehan Solution is a Tier 1 automotive supplier and leading international manufacturer of interior components and the best supplier of NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) system, Italy engineering with facilities in Korea, Alabama. Georgia, Nevada and Michigan.

Human Resources/Safety and General Affairs Manager

Strategic Business Partner and Management Liaison for Daehan Solution Michigan

Manage and approve vendor contracts including Airgas, Bell Forklift, Detroit Disposal, Waste Management, Cintas, Concentra, Northern Vending, U Line and facility lease

Negotiated new vendor contracts that saved the company over $300, 000 annually while maintaining the highest level of service.

Conduct performance management, employee safety training, and Monthly town hall meetings discussing UPH, Production goals and Quality benchmarks

Manage Recruitment strategy for Salaried and Hourly employees

Increased headcount over 1300 % in one year

Developed Employee Handbook to meet business and performance objectives.

Manage and Facilitate Visa applications (F-1, H1B, EB-3, H-3, Green Cards) for employees

Create presentations utilizing MS PowerPoint and EXCEL. G-TECH Services Inc.

Manager of Operations 2016-2018

Working as a Strategic Business Partner and Valued Business Advisor for G-TECH

Supervise, coordinate, and provide direction of staff tasked with Pre-Employment Processes including background and drug screening, onboarding and management of documentation

Develop Operations strategy in support of needs, goals, and objectives for G-TECH

Prepare Management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions

Manage and archive all client and VMS contracts and miscellaneous documentation

Study and analyze information about alternative courses of action to determine which plan will offer the best outcomes G-TECH Services Inc.

Human Resources Manager, 2011-2016

Working as a Strategic Business Partner and Valued Business Advisor for G-TECH

Conduct training in interviewing, hiring, FLSA timekeeping, performance management, employment visa training, FMLA training, co-employment training, and terminations

Supervise, coordinate, and provide direction of staff tasked with Campus Recruitment strategy

Manage and Facilitate Visa applications (F-1, H1B, EB-3, H-3, Green Cards) for employees

Create presentations utilizing MS PowerPoint and EXCEL. GHAFARI Associates LLC

Human Resources Generalist, 2005-2011

Working as a Strategic Business Partner and Valued Business Advisor for Ghafari’s Corporate Headquarters and offices in Chicago, Indianapolis and The Middle East (Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Dubai)

Develop human resources strategy in support of needs, goals, and objectives for the Corporate Unit

Conduct training in interviewing, hiring, FLSA timekeeping, performance management, employment visa training, FMLA training, co-employment training, and terminations

Supervise, coordinate, and provide direction of staff tasked with Campus Recruitment strategy

Conduct campus and new-hire recruiting

Manage and Facilitate Visa applications (F-1, H1B, EB-3, H-3, Green Cards) for employees

Create and develop customized reports utilizing MS WORD and HRIS (ABRA, iVANTAGE Account Representative, 2004-2005

Develop and maintain positive and proactive relationships with Business Managers and Group Directors in order to secure future business development. Major duties included Formal Sales Presentations, applicant submittals, job order development and clarification, marketing appropriate candidates to fill current and future openings in addition to maintaining a monthly presence to highlight G-TECH’s commitment to Customer satisfaction and Client metrics.

Administered and maintained performance and salary reviews and developed Employee Career pathing and training models

ASE HR MANAGEMENT GROUP—ASSIGNED TO SDS KERR CORPORATION, Romulus, MI 2002-2003 ASE’s principal function has been to provide people-management information and services to help organizations grow their bottom lines by growing the effectiveness of their people. HR Generalist-Recruiting and Hiring Administrator

Strategic Partner responsible for Planning, Directing, and Implementing the Recruitment and Hiring of Exempt and Non-exempt Employees in addition to Human Resources Administration, Facilitation, and Consultation in a centralized HR setting

Conduct Health and Safety investigations/audits according to OSHA and EPA in addition to monitoring recordable injuries, complete and review Incident Investigation reports to determine causal factors

Create and develop customized reports and presentations ACRO SERVICE CORP

Employment Manager-Contract Personnel Services Assigned to GM Willow Run Plant, 1999-2002

Responsible for the Recruitment, Placement, Management, Development, Administration, and Orientation of 65 Non-union Employees assigned to manage UAW employees in eight divisions at GMPT-Willow Run

Coordination and General Management of Complete Contract Employment Services to General Motors Powertrain- Willow Run Manufacturing including management of multiple suppliers and vendors

Responsible for union and non-union Grievance resolution, EEOC compliance and EEO 1 reporting, labor law administration, disciplinary action including termination, Sexual Harassment and Age Discrimination investigations ACRO SERVICE CORP

Employee Relations Specialist, Multiple GM Plant and Office locations, 1998-1999

Human Resource Management and Employee Relations for 100 Contract employees assigned to multiple General Motors sites including Mid Lux (Flint, Hamtramck, Lake Orion, Milford) Powertrain (Pontiac, Saginaw, Willow Run) Truck (Flint, Pontiac) and SPO (Livonia, Grand Blanc, Romulus) Divisions. ACRO SERVICE CORP

Technical Recruiter, ACRO Service Corporation, 1996-1998

Recruited and placed Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineers in addition to Production/Maintenance Supervisors, Automotive Designers and Technical Analysts for placement at Ford Motor Company and General Motors Corporation

Conducted Applicant screening, interviewing, testing, reference, educational and employment verification in addition to completing background investigations and new hire orientations. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts-The University of Michigan

Cum Laude graduate-3.589 Cumulative G.P.A.

PHR SHRM Learning System Certificate of Completion

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