Talent Acquisition Human Resources
Resume:
Lynnsie Mierendorf
People & Culture Champion Building Teams & Driving Engagement
*************@*****.***
Clyde, Michigan
SUMMARY
Passionate about building strong teams, fostering employee growth, and creating workplaces where people thrive. Brings a blend of hands-on HR expertise, strategic vision, and a people-first approach to talent acquisition and workforce development. Proven track record of implementing HR initiatives that enhance engagement, retention, and organizational success. Thrives in fast- paced settings, balancing compliance with culture and ensuring HR is a true business partner. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Human Resources Generalist Michigan Metal Coatings Port Huron, Michigan May 2023- June 2025 Independently managed HR responsibilities across the organization, supporting employees, maintaining compliance, and fostering a positive culture. Partnered with leadership to develop and implement HR policies and procedures aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements. Oversaw employee relations, performance management, full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and retention strategies. Filled over 80 roles in the first year through targeted recruitment and retention strategies. Developed and facilitated company-wide training programs, including leadership development, safety, and compliance sessions. Spearheaded the launch of an employee engagement survey, using insights to inform HR strategy and improve culture. Administered payroll and benefits programs, maintaining accuracy and contributing to employee satisfaction. Secured over $70,000 in workforce training grants through partnerships with external organizations. Successfully designed and implemented a USDOL-registered apprenticeship program. Led HR compliance initiatives, including E-Verify, FMLA, unemployment claims, and labor law adherence. Direct Hire Recruiter AtWork Group Warren, Michigan November 2022- May 2023 Worked directly with clients located across North America to fill permanent positions ranging from supervisory to engineering roles in the manufacturing and supply chain industry. Served a variety of clients in the sector including working exclusively with clients or on a contract basis. Used traditional and non-traditional recruiting practices to identify qualified top talent including relentless and innovative sourcing to uncover possible matches.
Individually billed over $60K in fees within the first 3 months. Billed $200K in fees for placements in 2022-2023.
Sourced and recruited international candidates requiring TN visas for specialized and hard-to-fill positions, ensuring compliance with immigration laws and contributing to team diversity and expertise. Corporate Recruiter/Operations Manager Speedway Metro Detroit, Michigan March 2010- November 2022 Promoted from multi-unit retail leadership into a regional HR/talent acquisition role after demonstrating strong performance in operations and team development. Initially led daily store operations, customer service initiatives, and employee management, ensuring operational readiness and promoting retention by coaching frontline leaders. Following promotion, transitioned into full-cycle recruiting and HR support, hiring for roles from entry-level to senior leadership across multiple locations. Collaborated with store and regional leadership to develop staffing strategies, screen candidates, manage background checks, and oversee onboarding/termination, benefits administration, employee records, and compliance-related functions.
Maintained 100% fill rate for 2021-2022 for all openings. Established contacts with state, local and government agencies for increased application flow and awareness of the company. Completed specialized training and received certificate of completion for a 4 week specially designed course for Speedway by the business department at Clark State University for Business and Leadership in 2014. Invited to participate in the acquisition of over 1,600 HESS, INC. stores into the company by mentoring former Hess managers throughout 2015 and again in 2017.
SHRM-CP
CERTIFICATIONS
SHRM-CP, 2024
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL
SOCIETY OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION ANALYST, 2025
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING (ADP)
EDUCATION
56 CREDIT HOURS COMPLETED TOWARDS
B.S IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY
31 CREDIT HOURS COMPLETED TOWARDS
B.S IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CURRENTLY ENROLLED
ASSOCIATES IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
ST CLAIR COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SKILLS
Talent Assessment & Acquisition
Performance Management
Customer Service
Compensation
Benefits
Microsoft Office
Payroll
Employee Engagement
DE&I Initiatives
Workforce Planning
Employer Branding
HR Auditing
Learning & Development
Change Management
Policy Administration
Employee Counseling
Sales & HR Reporting/Analytics
Negotiating
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Completed 16 online courses for Human
Resources Management
Actively partcipates in HR workshops and
seminars
Developed a proficiency in ADP through
self-study
Active SHRM and OakMac SHRM member
Participates in local networking events
and community programs with the St.
Clair County EDA
Enhanced knowledge of manufacturing
environments through successful
completion of 3 online certifications
Built networking skills through attending
industry events and maintaining
professional connections
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and
inclusivity through diversity training and
community engagement
Developed emotional intelligence through self-
reflection and interpersonal communication
exercises
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and
inclusion through active participation in training sessions and initiatives
Attends annual HR conferences to gain insights
into DE&I initiatives, talent acquisition strategies, and workplace culture improvements.
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