Human Resources Resource

Melissa L. Ryan

**** * ***** ***** · Henderson, Colorado 80640 · 970-***-**** · ***********.****@*****.***

SUMMARY

I am a seasoned Human Resources leader with demonstrated success across multiple types of organizations. The work history below demonstrates a successful career of implementing best practices and driving success, innovation, and efficiencies in every organization with which I have worked for.

EXPERIENCE

JBS Greeley, CO

Human Resources Supervisor January 2024 – Current

Oversees and assigns employee trainings and orientation programs

Oversees the administration of compensations and benefits programs at the location to ensure these programs are in line with corporate programs

Owner of Hiring Process – Jobvite, applications, employment forms, change forms and other confidential forms and records.

Process and manage all I-9 verifications including work authorizations for new hires and reverifications through I-9 Management and E-Verify.

Run complete background checks on new hire employees through TrueDiligence.

Manages the benefits administration and Open Enrollment.

Recommends program changes or enhancements to meet human resource requirements

Coordinates the delivery of effective affirmative action, and other employee relations programs; such as recognition and appreciation.

Manage Payroll Process & mitigate payroll errors

Manage HR systems accuracy (Kronos timecards/attn. entries, Attendance percent’s, SAP entry, Kronos task code updates)

Manage Floor Trainer (PIT/LOTO, JSA’s, employee evaluations, etc.)

Assists with the preparation of separation notices for employees separating with cause and may conduct exit interviews to determine reason behind separations

Represent company in any HR/Safety investigations

Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.

Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.

Ensures regulatory compliance with ADA, FMLA, EEOC, etc.

Complete Unemployment Claims

Work with Company Policy, Union Contract, State Law, Federal Law & how they intersect

Stays current on recent federal, state and case law changes and monitors labor law updates for changes that affect HR

Participate in strategic HR related to Turnover, Development, Retention,

Complete regular internal audits with Human Resources Director

Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks. Consistently practices, and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization

Practice In-depth working knowledge of Employment Laws/Regulations and Human Resources policies and procedures

Handle problem solving, conflict resolution, and dealing with confidential information/situations

In-depth working knowledge of Employment Laws/Regulations and Human Resources policies and procedures

Considerable skill in problem solving, conflict resolution, and dealing with confidential information/situations

Danone Broomfield, CO

Benefits Analyst May 2022 – January 2024

Manage the administration and processes for medical, dental, vision and LOA’s.

Process, track and approve all tuition reimbursements for active employees.

Track claw backs for employees upon termination and send over to Finance.

Respond to all Genie (Benefits Hub) inquires.

Monitor the Human Resources inbox for the Human Resources Business Partners and Vendors by responding or passing along the email to the correct department.

Reconcile weekly funding for HSA accounts.

Schedule and help facilitate benefit events.

Provide Ad Hoc reports to Human Resources Business Partners upon request.

Audit the 401(k) plans.

Work with Mercer to process 1095 files.

Stord Denver, CO (Remote)

Talent Acquisition Specialist October 2021 – April 2022

Managed, recruited and sourced full cycle positions for full time positions in the Freight Department.

Served as the primary point of contact for candidates and prospects.

Follow-up in a timely manner, and maintained employer branding standards throughout the recruitment process to ensure a positive candidate and manager experience.

Worked Directly with the Talent Acquisition Partners and Hiring Managers to ensure the pipeline is current with the status of each candidate.

Maintained candidate information within our ATS, audit data, and assisted with all reporting.

Took ownership in achieving top-of-funnel metrics, pipeline conversion percentages, and sources hires to help the team achieve our ambitious hiring goals.

Sourced and developed string search’s and data mining techniques to build and optimize a diverse, qualified, passive candidate pipeline for the Freight and Sales roles.

Used polished writing and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of candidates, Hiring Managers and co-workers.

Western Sugar Cooperative Fort Morgan, CO

Human Resources Manager October 2019 – July 2021

Managed and recruited full cycle recruiting for seasonal production workers and corporate positions, including negotiating sign on bonuses and relocation packages.

Implemented COVID 19 protocol within the facility and warehouse.

Contributed to planning and executing a range of administrative services independently, including; calendar management, meetings coordination, internal communication, and event management.

Advised employees on seasonal layoff and unemployment.

Directed and managed all ACA and OSHA federal regulations.

Worked directly with the Director of Teamsters 455 Union, to negotiate grievances and other Union related matters.

Hired and recruit and for Corporate and seasonal positions in Fort Morgan, Colorado.

Processed and managed all I-9 verifications for new hires and reverifications E-Verify.

Presented 4 hour onboarding orientation for union and non-union employees, arranged and conducted termination and non-retention meetings.

Advised guidance to Directors on how to manage employees in production and office settings.

Populated HRIS reports to run retention rates and pull benefit rosters.

Provided information and composed all Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitlements, which included verifying if the employee and the condition meet established criteria, notifying employee and supervisor via letter by email approval and changes to the entitlement, and tracking hours used by employee.

Provided guidance to employees as to how their current status affected their benefits while also acting as a benefits subject matter expert.

Update Employee handbook based on changes made by the Board of Directors, State and Federal law.

Northeastern Colorado Association of Local Governments Fort Morgan, CO

Human Resources Manager August 2019 – October 2019

Accurately processed personnel actions such as new hire appointments, promotions, merit and pay increments and transfers for 410 employees.

Interpreted and explained complex policies and procedures to Department of Transportation employees, while also assisting administrators, up to and including the Director of Transportation, with interpreting and following state and union policies and procedures.

Analyzed and compared job qualifications for potential new hires for engineering and construction positions for the Department of Transportation.

Contributed to planning and executing a range of administrative services independently, including; calendar management, meetings coordination, internal communication, and event management.

Provided information and composed all Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitlements, which included verifying if the employee and the condition meet established criteria, notifying employee and supervisor via letter by email approval and changes to the entitlement, and tracking hours used by employee.

Provided guidance to employees as to how their current status affected their benefits while also acting as a benefits subject matter expert.

American Pharmacist Association Washington, D.C.

Payroll and Benefits Specialist April 2017 – May 2019

Process full cycle multistate payroll for 136 employees.

Supervise a Human Resources Generalist and a Human Resources Assistant.

Execute mid-year and end of year performance evaluations.

Troubleshoot any employee errors or questions in ADP employee user portal and in ADP for employee Time and Attendance system.

Oversee benefits administration, make recommendations for benefit plan changes for 2019 while working with brokers and executive team to ensure the most cost-effective benefits options.

Administer various Human Resources procedures for all personnel policies and procedures.

Ongoing collaborative work with the Human Resources team to create a comprehensive onboarding process.

Ensure compliance with Affordable Care Act regulations.

Work with executive team to create total rewards packages for employees and other special projects.

Process Family Medical Leave, CORBA and Workers Compensation

Stay in compliance with Federal and state regulations concerning employment, payroll, and benefits.

Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end report for Finance.

Process all new hire and termination paperwork.

URAC Washington, D.C.

Payroll and Benefits Administrator March 2015 – April 2017 May 2014 – March 2015

Provide guidance in all areas of HR including employment law; FLSA classifications; leave management; HR technology; benefits management and compensation; new hire enrollment; promotions; demotions; transfers; and terminations in Fidelity HRIS.

Troubleshoot errors in Fidelity time and attendance portal.

Process and execute full cycle payroll for 60 employees.

Successfully moved URAC HR Department closer to “Best in Class” level of HR in our peer group by implementing and maintaining best practices to improve efficiency. Examples include: creating self-service portal for employee benefit selections; drove initiative to go paperless and have all employee files electronically uploaded and stored; and re-focusing management on 90 day performance evaluations.

Manage 401(k) plans through Fidelity and filed Forms 5500/990 and EEO-1 Report.

Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding and benefits orientation for new employees, and create and maintain employee electronic files.

Maintain relationships with outside brokers and other vendors to ensure maximum utility to URAC from all vendor relationships.

Worked with senior leaders in finance and the General Counsel to compile tax information and ensure State and Federal regulatory compliance.

Oversee and administer employee benefits program including health, dental, life, vision, retirement, and supplemental insurance plans in conjunction with the preparation and execution of full cycle enrollment.

Manage HRIS, recruiting, training, and time and attendance programs as well as trouble shooting.

Process COBRA and reconcile payments through a third party vendor.

Administrate all FLMA entitlements, employee letters and tracking.

Pew Charitable Trusts Washington, D.C.

Human Resources Associate (Contract Position) May 2014 – March 2015

Maintained confidential electronics files for all PEW Charitable Trust Employees U.S. and internationally based.

Assisted with new hire orientation and completion of all new hire paperwork.

Processed and managed new hire payroll checks.

Managed all employee departure paperwork and interfaced with departing employees to schedule exit interviews to assist with non-retention meetings.

Spearhead special projects with international contracts.

Wrote department wide memos and sent out weekly human resources updates.

Assisted with editing and proofreading human resources contracts.

Interfaced with Senior Directors to ensure that all provider contracts are finalized and ready to be sent to the President of Pew Charitable Trusts for final approval and signature.

State of Alaska Anchorage, AK

Human Resources Administrator July 2011 – February 2014

Accurately processed personnel actions such as new hire appointments, promotions, merit and pay increments and transfers for 410 employees.

Interpreted and explained complex policies and procedures to Department of Transportation employees, while also assisting administrators, up to and including the Director of Transportation, with interpreting and following state and union policies and procedures.

Analyzed and compared job qualifications for potential new hires for engineering and construction positions for the Department of Transportation.

Contributed to planning and executing a range of administrative services independently, including; calendar management, meetings coordination, internal communication, and event management.

Provided information and composed all Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitlements, which included verifying if the employee and the condition meet established criteria, notifying employee and supervisor via letter by email approval and changes to the entitlement, and tracking hours used by employee.

Provided guidance to employees as to how their current status affected their benefits while also acting as a benefits subject matter expert.

Juneau, AK

Human Resources Technician II April 2010 – July 2011

Interpreted and explained policies and procedures to Fish and Game employees, and assisted administrators up to the Director of Fish and Game in interpreting and following state and union policies.

Processed payroll for 390 Fish and Game employees.

Monitored all active hiring for the division to ensuring proper compliance with state and federal regulations.

Worked with different bargaining unit contacts to comprehend different regulations, statutes and apply them to specific situations and time sheets.

Explained different benefits entitlements and clarified issues between our seasonal, union, non-union partially exempt and exempt employees.

EDUCATION

University Of Northern Colorado. Greeley, CO

Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice with a Minor in Communication

Specialized Training

Family Medical Leave

COVID – 19 Leave (Benefits)

Union Specialization

Benefits / Open Enrollment

Termination Meetings

Catastrophic Leave

Interpersonal Relationships

Diversity in the Workplace Certification

System Proficiencies

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Greenhouse

Google Docs

LinkedIn Recruiter

Zoom

Teams

Fidelity HRIS

ADP

ADP Workforce Now

Replicon HRIS

COBRA Advisors

Principal Financial

Group Benefits Systems

Benefits Systems

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