Human Resources Manager
Resume:
Ronald W. Allen
Longs, South Carolina ********@*********.***
SENIOR EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
P&L • General Manager • Manufacturing • Human Resources
Senior Human Resources Manager with proven ability and strong record of accomplishment to drive companies to the next level of productivity and profitability through implementation of World Class Human Resources Techniques. Metric-oriented individual with the skills to assess businesses, operations, people and growth opportunities as well as develop and lead strategic and tactical solutions. Expertise in:
Strategic Planning / Technical Solutions
Metric Oriented / International Assignments
SAP Systems / HRIS & FICO Modules
LEAN Practices / One Piece Product Flow
Coaching / Counseling /Training
Employee Relations / Employment Laws
TS/ISO/OSHA Certification
Staffing / Recruiting / Safety
Management /Organizational Development
Compensation / Benefits / Policy Implementation
EXPERIENCE
Metglas, Inc. Conway, SC 05/2017 to Present
Director Human Resources
Metglas is a $100 million subsidiary of Hitachi Metals America and the world-leading producer of Amorphous Metal Ribbon. Metglas Amorphous Metals have a unique non-crystalline structure and possess excellent physical and magnetic properties that combine strength and hardness with flexibility and toughness. Our Magnetic Alloys are used in the production of distribution transformers, high frequency magnetic components for power electronics, materials for anti-theft tags and pulse power systems. Metglas and Metglas products help companies around the globe reduce operating costs, strengthen energy conservation efforts and increase application efficiency.
Human Resources Director facilitating and with hands on activities within Metglas, Inc. Conway SC facility including staff recruitment, shop floor recruitment, safety and training. Responsible for updating, maintaining the Human Resources policies, procedures and regulations, monitoring, and evaluating the Human Resources systems. Direct report to the President & COO of Metglas, Inc. Metglas, Inc. employees 125 associates.
Bass Pro Shops Myrtle Beach, SC 02/2017 to 05/2017
Human Resources Manager
Bass Pro Shops is privately held retailer of hunting, fishing, camping and related outdoor recreation merchandise, known for stocking a wide selection of gear. Bass Pro Shops supports and sells merchandise for the National Audubon Society. I am currently the hands on HR Manager for the store dealing directly with employee engagement issues, disciplinary actions, recruitment, policy interpretation and associates orientation. The Myrtle Beach store employs 120 associates.
Harbor Freight Tools Dillon, SC 09/2014 to 01/2017
Human Resources Manager
A $1Billon Retail company offering tools of all type to the Week End Warrior and Handyman. HFT has over
550 retail store nationwide. With one East Coast distribution center and one west coast distribution center HFT
Suppling all retail stores nationwide. I was the hands on HR Manager dealing directly with employee
Relations issues, disciplinary actions, recruitment, policy interpretation and associates orientation. I have the
East Coast Distribution Center, which employs 1000 associates.
WorkLink Workforce Investment Corporation Clemson, SC 05/2013 to 04/2014
Executive Director
Chief Operating Officer for WorkLink, the workforce investment board serving the region of Anderson,
Oconee and Pickens counties, South Carolina. Providing high quality policy and decision-making support
to the leadership, committees, and members of a large, multi-constituency community board charged by
Federal law with facilitating action regarding workforce strategies and investments. Providing strategic
Leadership on Board initiatives builds partnerships with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals,
Manages grant funds, staff, and consultants to accomplish the work of the Board and to ensure compliance
with all relevant laws and regulations.
Directed and implemented a new Service Delivery Model to the WorkLink Region
Relocated all SC Works to TCTC Quick Job Centers in Anderson, Oconee, Pickens
Established new SC Works Comprehensive Center for region in Clemson, SC
Improved relationships with all WorkLink Partners and SCDEW
Direct the SC Works Centers for SCDEW
Liberty National Insurance Company Gainesville, Georgia 08/2012 to 04/2013
A $43 billion company offering supplemental health benefits to employers through the workplace.
Worksite Advantage Program Agent – South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia
Providing employers several supplemental benefit programs for eligible employees. Employers save federal tax dollars on
FICA, Social Security, state and local taxes. Qualified for all incentive programs for 2012 as Top 100 Worksite Agents
in the nation.
Kravet Inc. Bethpage, New York 2010 to 06/2012
A $1.0 Billion USD global supplier of Home Furnishing Products to the Interior and Architectural Design industry.
Kravet Inc is headquartered in Bethpage, NY. The company employees 450 employees with 200 being located
in Anderson, SC.
Human Resources Manager, Anderson, SC, USA
Direct the Human Resources activities within the South Carolina facility including staff recruitment, shop floor
Recruitment, safety and training. Implementation of all policies including attendance, punctuality, bereavement and
implemented excellent attendance program. Hands on employee relations program with employee engagement activities.
Established Kravet Kare Wellness Program and launched successful employee Walking Club. Reported to Vice President.
Plastic Omnium Auto Exterior, LLC, Paris, France
1999 to 2009
A $2.5 Billion USD global Tier 1 manufacturer of automotive exterior components for the OEM automotive industry.
Director Human Resources, Anderson, SC, USA, 2000 – 2009
Directed the Human Resources activities within Business Unit North America including staff recruitment, shop floor recruitment, safety and training. Responsible for updating, maintaining the Business Unit Human Resources policies, procedures and regulations, monitoring, and evaluating the Human Resources systems. Reported to President of North America.
Turned around organization experiencing below breakeven earning, declining EBIT and low morale. Energized employees at all levels and introduced World Class Manufacturing principles and Management Development resulting in numerous achievements.
- Improved EBIT to a favorable $1,000,000 per month.
- SAP Launch Team Member FICO & HRIS Modules
-Implemented recruitment and training plan for 200 new associates for staffing paint line.
- GAP analysis of the skills and competences required vs. actual.
-Increased Training effectiveness from 30% to 75%, measured by skills progression metrics.
-Developed and implemented focused metrics for measurement of productivity.
-Recruited Executive Staff for Mexico Operations – 3 Plant Managers, 1 HR Director, 1 Operations Director
Reduced employee turnover from 400% to 18 %
- Implementation of Succession Planning to secured workforce for the future.
- Developed and implemented Personal Development Review (PDR)
- Implemented and conducted Associate communication meeting.
Improved Property & Casualty Insurance Premium by 500k per year.
- Championed inspection readiness improved potential losses by $19,000,000.
Championed the Human Resources organization to achieve TS, ISO & OSHA Certification.
Reduced 401k Company cost $400,000 annually.
Plant Controller, Fuel Systems Division, Anderson, SC, USA, 1999 – 2000
Responsible for profitability and productivity for the US Fuel Systems Division. Managed new product development costing and customer productivity.
Reduced labor cost, scrap and inventory by 5% each year to meet Customer Cost Improvement Expectations.
- Implemented Key Performance Indicators (KPI), measured operational performance to Budget & Forecast
- Managed budget process, month end closing and P&L.
- Established month-end closing and inventory policies and procedures.
Increased Material Margin from 18% to 25%. Developed and implemented individual customer P&L
The Bibb Company, Macon, GA
1995 to 1999
$350 million manufacturer of textile fabric for the Home Furnishing and Hospitality Industry.
General Manager – Greenville, SC
Directed the total Greige Manufacturing operations. Two (2) plants employing 500 associates and producing 250,000 pounds of Murata Jet Spun yarns and 1,000,000 yards of Sheeting Fabric for the Home Furnishing Industry. Reported to Company Vice President.
Managed $25 million Capital renovation of the White Horse facility. Improved productivity and quality, delivery, purchasing and production control which resulted in the following:
Prevented potential bankruptcy.
Reduced quality defects from 24% to 0.5%.
Increased sales from $200 million to $350 million.
Increased gross margins from 25% to 35%.
Created an organization receptive to change and focused on productivity and efficiency optimization through World Class Manufacturing techniques.
Eliminated inventory variances of $100,000 per month.
Reduced direct labor cost $500,000 annually.
The Company was bought because of the financial improvement and operational performance.
Santeens of America, Brussels, Belgium
1992 to 1995
$100 million manufacturer of Terry cloth towels for the Home and Hospitality Industry.
Plant Manager – Anderson, SC
Directed 250 employees in manufacturing, quality, delivery and customer satisfaction. Reported to President.
Grew sales from $45 million to $100 million with 3 new customers.
Improved plant capacity from by 14% with improved production and quality.
Created new customers JC Penny, Martha Stewart, K-Mart and Wal-Mart.
Directed 7 salaried department managers and 240 hourly associates.
Springs Industries, Anderson, SC
1968 to 1992
$550 million manufacturer of textiles home furnishings. Various increasing responsible Management positions.
Department Manager
Human Resources Manager
Industrial Engineering Manager
Training Manager
Other Accomplishments & Interests
Golf SPHR
Board Member AASHRM LEAN Concept / One Piece Product Flow
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