Marilyn Arroyo Lopez

**** ****** **** *****, ** *0417

219-***-**** adzlrg@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

I would like to utilize my professional as well as interpersonal skills for the benefit of the organization. As my resume indicates, I possess over 18 years of Human Resources skills and knowledge acquired through professional experience. I am seeking a position within a company offering the opportunity for professional development.

Purdue Calumet University, Hammond, IN

Associates Degree, Organizational Leadership Supervision/Human Resources Management 2010, GPA: 3.35

SKILLS

• Decision Making/ Problem

• Solving Custom Relations

• Capable of prioritizing and managing a heavy workload without direct supervision

• Interviewing/Recruiting

• Investigations regarding Employee’s Issues

• Managing Employee Benefits/Open enrollments/New Hire Orientations

• Managing Employee Data base (NuView/HRIS/Performance Management System)

• Supporting Human Resource Manager on varies projects

• Managing FMLA Leaves and STD Benefits

• Bilingual

• Labor Relations

EXPERIENCE

Federal Signal -University Park, IL. 5/2022 - Present Human Resource Generalist – Labor Relations Specialist o Responsible for HR Generalist activities for >225 person two shift manufacturing and office environment facility including: recruitment & selection, onboarding, associate relations, coaching, performance management & corrective action, teambuilding, leadership & organizational development, change management, training, exit interviews, etc. o Actively manage negotiation process and outcome for the three (3) collective bargaining agreements. Serves as a critical member of the team as well as provides research and insight for contract preparation. o Interprets collective bargaining agreements and determines Company's position on contract discrepancies, violations and disciplinary matters.

o Monitor and report on cases to ensure timely and consistent management and documentation of employee relations issues including grievances, investigations and performance issues. o Recommends appropriate changes in policies and procedures which lead to greater efficiency, lower absenteeism, cost savings, and other benefits for the Company.

o Facilitates talent & succession planning, career pathing, performance appraisal process and other project management activities. o Initiates proactive partnerships with functional managers to identify opportunities to improve business results. o Provides both strategic and day to day tactical HR support for assigned client groups. o Examines organizational structures and work processes and recommends ideas for improvement. o Assists and implements strategies to retain key associates and create a positive and productive work environment and culture with a focus on talent management & retention.

o Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of industry and HR trends, standards and “best practices". Stays abreast of applicable human resources regulations and trends; utilizes this knowledge in day-to-day activities. o Establishes and maintains department records and reports. Participates in department meetings and attends other meetings such as seminars, operations meetings, etc.

o Prepares and presents required and special reports for contract negotiations, attendance, etc. and develops and implements programs to address employee morale.

o Coordinates special meetings of employees and training classes, as requested by management to ensure that employees are current on issues involving contract administration, business conduct, harassment, etc. Dakkota Integrated Systems - Chicago, IL 7/2021 – 5/2022 SR. Human Resource Generalist

o General responsibility for all plant and office personnel activities Conduct recruitment effort for all exempt and non-exempt personnel – write and place advertisements, review resumes, o recommend candidates, conduct phone interviews and face-to-face interviews, perform background screenings, and employment o history verifications

o Maintain active involvement and interaction with local union representatives and departmental management to help foster a o positive labor/management relationship.

o Interprets collective bargaining agreements and determines Company's position on contract discrepancies, violations and o disciplinary matters.

o Monitor and report on cases to ensure timely and consistent management and documentation of employee relations issues o including grievances, investigations and performance issues. o Recommends appropriate changes in policies and procedures which lead to greater efficiency, lower absenteeism, cost savings, o and other benefits for the Company.

o Facilitates talent & succession planning, career pathing, performance appraisal process and other project management activities. o Initiates proactive partnerships with functional managers to identify opportunities to improve business results. o Conduct new employee orientations and new hire benefit enrollment meetings. o Payroll administration of 2 payrolls from start to finish. o Assist Safety Manager coordinate and monitor safety program. o Assist Safety Manager in certifying new forklift drivers. o Prepare weekly and monthly reports.

o Maintain proper personnel records.

o Assist legal representatives regarding employee filings. o Employee benefit administration – including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and annual re- evaluation of policies for cost effectiveness.

o Maintain company organization chart and employee directory. o Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures; maintain and update employee handbook o Rewrite job descriptions as necessary.

o Monitor performance evaluation program and revise as required. o Employee loan administration

o Plan and coordinate company picnics and functions. o Assist in fulfilling ISO certification requirements. o Other duties as assigned.

CDO Group Oak Park, IL. 4/2021 – 7/2021

SR. Human Resource Generalist

o Support the Company’s Vice President of Operations through the timely, accurate, and forward-thinking execution of operational functions. Serve as an advocate for various employee requests. o Consistently practice and maintain the highest standards of professionalism when interacting with fellow team members, management, vendors, and candidates.

o Maintain a human resources culture which consists of trust, helpfulness, and compassion which is shown through the relationships we build, our actions during difficult situations, and our desire to help through fair and balanced accountability to company values.

o Coordinate the recruitment and onboarding efforts for the company by managing the internal and external job posting process, posting and sourcing resumes, conducting first round phone interviews and coordinating next steps with department managers. o Work to funnel selected candidates by drafting offer letters, administering background checks and drug tests according to established guidelines.

o Maintain CDO’s onboarding process through coordinating start dates, equipment needs, conducting orientation, and new hire training.

o Work with department managers and the HR Coordinator to execute other various onboarding activities (ie: warehouse/production shirts are ordered, employee announcements are executed, and building access is established). o Administers the company’s payroll process on a semi-monthly basis ensuring all status changes, rate increases, and position adjustments are processed in the Company’s HRIS system in addition to all benefits, direct deposit, garnishment, and commission amounts are entered accurately.

o Work with the accounting department to coordinate sales compensation payments or miscellaneous one-time deductions. o Transmit payroll, cut checks, and distribute necessary reports timely and accurately for each payroll. o Work to maintain the Company’s HRIS system through accurately updating various aspects of the system, imputing data, running reports, and performing monthly audits.

o Work with the VP of HR to review Unemployment Claims and prepare for and participate in hearings and appeals. o Assist VP of Ops with managing leaves of absence and FMLA related cases. o Provides employees with all associated paperwork and policies, reviews completed paperwork for accuracy, works with department managers to make sure time is allocated properly in the timecard system, monitors time off balances, and requests additional information as required.

o Work with the VP of Ops to manage the Company’s disciplinary process and employee relations duties – enforcing company’s policies, handling behavioral violations, and working through performance concerns with non-management employees. o Work with the VP of Ops to coordinate training efforts including but not limited to monthly lunch and learns, benefits informational sessions, company compliance trainings, and various other items as assigned. o Serves as a leader on the Company’s Safety Committee. Support safety programs. Work with the VP of Ops to file worker’s o compensation claims and document OSHA recordable injuries. Serves as liaison between injured employee, medical providers, o and insurance companies.

o Serve as the HRIS contact to fulfill requests for reports, paycheck stubs, pay inquiries, etc. o Support the VP of Ops by replying to various payroll correspondence including but not limited to; garnishment or court ordered deductions, unemployment claims, compensation requests, or tax notices. o Support the benefits open enrollment process by conducting informational meetings, distributing and collecting documents, processing rate increases through the HRIS system for payroll purposes, and completing employee election changes with various benefits carriers.

GPA McCook, IL. 2/2018 – 11/2020

Human Resource Generalist

o Support the Company’s Vice President of Human Resources through the timely, accurate, and forward-thinking execution of operational functions. Serve as an advocate for various employee requests. o Consistently practice and maintain the highest standards of professionalism when interacting with fellow team members, management, vendors, and candidates.

o Maintain a human resources culture which consists of trust, helpfulness, and compassion which is shown through the relationships we build, our actions during difficult situations, and our desire to help through fair and balanced accountability to company values.

o Coordinate the recruitment and onboarding efforts for the company by managing the internal and external job posting process, posting and sourcing resumes, conducting first round phone interviews and coordinating next steps with department managers. o Work to funnel selected candidates by drafting offer letters, administering background checks and drug tests according to established guidelines.

o Maintain GPA’s onboarding process through coordinating start dates, equipment needs, conducting orientation, and new hire training. Work with department managers and the HR Coordinator to execute other various onboarding activities (ie: warehouse/production shirts are ordered, employee announcements are executed, and building access is established). o Administers the company’s payroll process on a semi-monthly basis ensuring all status changes, rate increases, and position adjustments are processed in the Company’s HRIS system in addition to all benefits, direct deposit, garnishment, and commission amounts are entered accurately.

o Work with the accounting department to coordinate sales compensation payments or miscellaneous one-time deductions. Transmit payroll, cut checks, and distribute necessary reports timely and accurately for each payroll. o Work to maintain the Company’s HRIS system through accurately updating various aspects of the system, imputing data, running reports, and performing monthly audits.

o Work with the VP of HR to review Unemployment Claims and prepare for and participate in hearings and appeals. o Assist VP of HR with managing leaves of absence and FMLA related cases. Provides employees with all associated paperwork and policies, reviews completed paperwork for accuracy, works with department managers to make sure time is allocated properly in the timecard system, monitors time off balances, and requests additional information as required. o Work with the VP of HR to manage the Company’s disciplinary process and employee relations duties – enforcing company policies, handling behavioral violations, and working through performance concerns with non-management employees. o Work with the VP of HR to coordinate training efforts including but not limited to monthly lunch and learns, benefits informational sessions, company compliance trainings, and various other items as assigned. o Serves as a leader on the Company’s Safety Committee. Support safety programs. o Work with the VP of HR to file worker’s compensation claims and document OSHA recordable injuries. o Serves as liason between injured employee, medical providers, and insurance companies. o Serve as the HRIS contact to fulfill requests for reports, paycheck stubs, pay inquiries, etc. o Support the VP of HR by replying to various payroll correspondence including but not limited to; garnishment or court ordered deductions, unemployment claims, compensation requests, or tax notices. o Support the benefits open enrollment process by conducting informational meetings, distributing and collecting documents, processing rate increases through the HRIS system for payroll purposes, and completing employee election changes with various benefits carriers.

Tower International Chicago, IL. 1/2014 – 2/2018

Human Resource Generalist II

o General responsibility for all plant and office personnel activities o Conduct recruitment effort for all exempt and non-exempt personnel – write and place advertisements, review resumes, recommend candidates, conduct phone interviews and face-to-face interviews, perform background screenings, and employment history verifications.

o Conduct new employee orientations and new hire benefit enrollment meetings. o Payroll administration

o Assist Safety Manager coordinate and monitor safety program. o Assist Safety Manager in certifying new forklift drivers. o Prepare weekly and monthly reports.

o Maintain proper personnel records.

o Assist legal representatives regarding employee filings. o Employee benefit administration – including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and annual re- evaluation of policies for cost effectiveness.

o Maintain company organization chart and employee directory. o Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures; maintain and update employee handbook. o Rewrite job descriptions as necessary.

o Monitor performance evaluation program and revise as required. o Employee loan administration

o Plan and coordinate company picnics and functions o Assist in fulfilling ISO certification requirements. o Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

Specialized Staffing Solutions Oak Forest, IL. 07/2013—10/2013 Human Resource Manager

o General responsibility for all office personnel activities o Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

o Work closely with the CEO to effectively implement services, policies, and programs through Human Resources staff o To build and maintain a collegiate image by incorporating the following into job routine: utilizing superior communication skills, being involved in community activities, emphasizing appropriate dress and appearance, and promoting positive and congenial relations with the organization’s employees and community groups and individuals. o To manage the activities undertaken to attract (recruit), develop, motivate, and maintain a high-performing workforce within Corporate and local offices.

o To develop and implement “new” employee orientation program(s). o To serve as benefits administrator and provide information relating to personnel benefits plans. o Ensure records of team member transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations, are properly maintained.

o To distribute and coordinate all documentation pertaining to employee evaluations. o To serve as the organization’s Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Officer (AA/EEO). o To monitor the organization’s leave policies and procedures, investigate apparent abuses, and recommend needed improvements. o To monitor policies and procedures and oversee resolution of employee grievances, sexual harassment involving employees, and worker’s compensation issues.

o To successfully integrate human resource management and technology systems, that will enable the office to quickly respond to requests for information.

o Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and local labor laws. Manage consistent and equitable application of SPECIALIZED STAFFING SOLUTIONS, INC policies, disciplinary procedures and compensation program. o Advise management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues. o Administer performance review and salary administration program to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and equity within organization.

o Prepare team member separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.

o Allow an open-door forum for team members to voice their questions, concerns, or complaints. o Investigate complaints regarding team member relations. Represent organization at legal hearings and investigations. Midwest Truck o Perform & Auto Parks training Chicago, as required Il for 05/hourly 2012—06/and 2013 managerial personnel. Human Resource Manager

o General responsibility for all plant and office personnel activities o Conduct recruitment effort for all exempt and non-exempt personnel – write and place advertisements, review resumes, recommend candidates, conduct phone interviews and face-to-face interviews, perform background screenings, and employment history verifications.

o Conduct new employee orientations and new hire benefit enrollment meetings. o Payroll administration

o Coordinate and monitor safety program.

o Prepare weekly and monthly reports.

o Maintain proper personnel records.

o Assist legal representatives regarding employee filings. o Employee benefit administration – including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and annual re- evaluation of policies for cost effectiveness.

o Maintain company organization chart and employee directory. o Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures; maintain and update employee handbook. o Rewrite job descriptions as necessary

o Monitor performance evaluation program and revise as required. o Employee loan administration

o Plan and coordinate company picnics and functions. o Assist in fulfilling ISO certification requirements. o Other duties as assigned.

UGN, Inc, Valparaiso, IN 07/2002—05/2012

Human Resource Generalist (Current Promotion)

• Human Resources Coordinator (Chicago Heights, IL 2005 – 2008 Promoted)

• Human Resource Administrator (Corp Office 2003-2005 Promoted)

• Human Resource Clerk (2002-2003 Promoted)

Responsible for maintained and administrating:

o FMLA,

o Employee Benefits,

o New Hire orientations,

o Performance Management,

o Managing Employee Data base

o assisting Human Resource Manager with various special projects, o assisting our sister facilities located in Valparaiso-IN, Jackson-TN, Somerset-KY and UGN’s Corporate office in training of new Team Members in the Human Resource department such as Human Resource Manager, Human Resource Generalist, & Human Resources Administrator.

o Arranging training programs for staff Employee recruitment and retention o Maintaining Employee attendance

o Conducting interviews

o Making company related policies and agreements

o Maintaining and performing the salary related work o Time Management

o Policy Development /Policy administration

o Complaint Resolution

o Worker’s Compensation

ACTIVITIES/HONORS

• Member of NWI SHRM

• ISO/TS16949 Certified Auditor

• Train the Trainer (forklift certified)

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