Human Resources Manager

MELANIE CARVER

************@*****.*** 304-***-**** Steubenville, OH 43953

Summary

Over 15 years of result-proven performance in human resources and organizational development, specializing in employee engagement and talent management and highlighted by continual advancement, consistent achievement and increased organizational performance. Expert in navigating complex HR challenges, including restructuring and compliance in both start-ups and established environments. Implemented and realigned compensation, benefits and onboarding programs. Developed, designed and delivered management-specific training programs, succession planning and team building. Doubled staff during COVID-19. Highly adept Field Human Resources Manager with proven experience in multi-site HR operations management. Possess solid expertise in HR strategy implementation, labor relations, and talent acquisition across diverse industries. Demonstrated ability to foster strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment of HR initiatives with organizational goals. Have made significant contributions to previous employers by improving efficiencies and promoting positive employee relations through strategic HR practices.

Skills

Policy Development

Strategic Development

Staff Motivation Strategies

Employee Engagement Strategies

Results-Oriented Performance Developer

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Litmus LMS Administration

UKG Workforce Management

Workday, ADP, Kronos

Compensation Analysis

Expertise in Google Workspace

Proficient in MS Teams & Suites

Applicant Tracking Systems

Talent Acquisition Tools

Experience

SMITHFIELD FOODS Arnold, PA

Field Human Resources Manager

10/2024 – Current

Oversee HR functions of a USDA-regulated joint facility (Raw Goods & Packaged Products) and 2 bargaining units (UFCW & IUOE)

Head labor negotiations and policy compliance while supporting Safety, Quality and Continuous Improvement

Leads the development of staffing and peer to boss initiatives

Proactive focus on strategic leadership

TEKNIPLEX Triadelphia, WV

Plant Human Resources Manager

06/2020 - 06/2024

Structured & implemented programs and policies in compensation, benefits, incentives and on-boarding

Increased headcount to fill incremental positions to support business needs by selective recruitment, strategic retention and intentional employee engagement practices; doubled employee-census during COVID

Evaluated, redesigned and implemented local policies to direct and engage employee development

Oversaw all HR operations of Plant and indirectly supported additional locations along with 4 direct reports

Delivered plant performance management process; on-going training and skill assessments of employee KSAs

Administered OHSA Compliance and maintained SQF standards

DAY TRADER CHALLENGE

Boardman, OH

Director of Human Resources

11/2018 - 04/2020

Managed a progressive, start-up software development company providing back-of-house operational guidance through policy and procedure creation and implementation

Directed all start-up duties for building HR framework and strategic plan

Oversaw outsourcing functions for customer service call center and technical support

Established employee policy and procedures and preliminary onboarding to ensure training compliance

Complied with Federal, State and Local employment laws including contracts and negotiations

VIZIONELLE COACHING

Steubenville, OH

Founder & Owner- Coach and Trainer

06/2015 - 11/2018

A concept to completion mentality allowing me to effectively Coach and Consult independent consultants and small business teams to define their strategies and lead them to solutions

Delivered coaching and mentoring to small business entrepreneurs and independent, direct-selling management

Offered tactics, solutions and personal development in three key areas: performance, productivity and planning

Improved entrepreneurial understanding and application of business KPIs to their bottom line

Guided organizational development and operational procedures to optimize business efficiency

TIMET Toronto, OH

HRBP/ OD Specialist (Global Learning & Development)

10/2011 - 08/2016

Designed, developed & delivered management level-specific behavioral training programs: succession planning, pipeline development processes, supervisory soft skills, team-building and salaried performance reviews

Balanced human resource initiatives across major TIMET manufacturing plants (both Union and non-Union), 4 service centers & 2 Special Metals locations of Precision Castparts (PCC)

Instructed HR onboarding & orientations

Managed LMS system

Reviewed human capital activities

Project team member for 2015 plant-wide union contract negotiation and contingency planning

Organized and mediated grievance process

THIRTY-ONE GIFTS Johnstown, OH

Training & Development Specialist

01/2009 - 12/2011

Remotely developed curriculum & coached executive, independent sales field management to strengthen small business practices & entrepreneurship

Created and launched level-specific course content for national conference trainings and initiated company's e-learning and blended learning plans

Strengthened small business practices and entrepreneurship through remote development and virtual coaching

Maintained a freelance writing/coaching relationship with Thirty-One from Oct 2010 through May 2011

REIMBURSEMENT CONCEPTS

Weirton, WV

Manager of Human Resources & Training

09/2010 - 10/2011

Conducted all phases of HR benefits, recruitment, onboarding and compensation for a fast-growing healthcare revenue cycle management company

(Coordinated launch of a second location in Tempe, Arizona.)

Established formal policies and procedures while penning an employee handbook for the business

Structured a formal salary and performance review process

Coached supervisor development and customer service skill trainings

AVON, INC. New York, NY

District Sales Manager

11/2003 - 03/2008

Led 400+ independent representatives in the tri-state area of OH/PA/WV and delivered product training, sales development & business coaching

Drove Avon's multi-level marketing program through successful mentorship of independent business teams

Conducted tactical planning and analysis of field performance

THE LONGABERGER COMPANY Newark, OH

Manager of Training

11/1995 - 04/2003

Seven years of progressive experience in Sales Field Training, HR Training and Sales Field Development

Devised and presented all training aspects of company-to-field programs

Managed national performance recognition program

Designed and maintained consultant business kits and support literature for recruitment

Authored articles to support an entrepreneurial sales field

Education

Kennedy-Western University

Masters in Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resources & Organizational Leadership

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Consumer Affairs & Business Administration

Certifications

SHRM

PHR

CPLP

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