Talent Acquisition Human Resources

Joseph Michael Askew

Greer, SC ***** **********@*****.*** 864-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-m-askew-1512b613

HR Manager/ HR Business Partner

Experienced Human Resource Manager with practical knowledge and understanding of business needs. Skilled at improving employee retention rates, supporting organizational development, implementing HR policies, and counseling employees. Effective at improving efficiency while meeting deadlines and budget requirements. Professional, people-first approach in leading all HR practices and sustaining positive morale. Proven expertise in:

Training & Development

Compensation & Payroll

Organizational Development

HR Administration & Compliance

Hiring & Retention

Mediation & Conflict Management

Labor Agreements

Negotiation & Collaboration

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Masters Human Resources Management (2001)

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Arts – Political Science (1987)

Clemson University

SHRM Member: Accomplished SPHR Certification (’11), Certified DDI Facilitator for management development (Development Dimensions International) Leadership development, Certified in Labor Law / Conflict Resolution, Certified OSHA Instructor for General Industry Standards (10 & 30 HR) and HAZWOPER, IATF 16949 Certification Internal Auditor; SAP Super-User, UKG Ultimate “UltiPro” Super User (HRIS/Payroll modules), SAP Logistics Release, ADP Payroll, Kronos and Workday platforms, various ATS Talent Acquisition platforms.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Staffmark Group – Greenville, SC

IHT Recruiting Manager, (July 2024 – Present) Largest branch w/in Staffmark Group 7M in Revenue FY’24, GP 31.03%

The primary purpose of this position is to provide human resources services for customers, including, but not limited to, making decisions relating to the hiring, placement, discipline, and termination of temporary employees.

Key Contributions:

Developed recruitment plans for DHL ramp up of over 300 PIT and Material Handler positions within 6 months; partnered with Client’s HR Group and Operations team to successfully fill and retain talent.

Skill Market talent for client based upon requirements for CNC Machinists/Engineering technicians for Wabtec Corporation.

Instrumental in coordinating merge of two branches and drive consistent practices to enhance GP% for FY ’24.

Successfully handled all payroll platforms both VMS and Manual uploads for over 38 Client companies and 360 FTE’s (mitigated liability of no pay issues) and tracked resolutions.

Acts as the company representative in workers compensation matters to resolve and/or make recommendations as to the resolution of the matter.

Interacts with customers to evaluate and assess the customers’ staffing needs as a placement consultant.

Investigates and resolves client/employee relations problems and issues regarding inappropriate conduct, harassment claims/allegations and investigations.

Wabtec Corporation – Greenville, SC

Human Resource Generalist III, (Jan. 2024 – June 2024) – Contingent Status – Served as Interim HR Manager for incumbent on maternity leave

Provided support in HR practices including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, health, and welfare benefits coordination addressing employee concerns. Oversee Workday time and attendance, cost center management/changes and various reports upon request. Executed HR record management, HR communications when appropriate and legal compliance.

Key Contributions:

Established, developed, and maintained trust with employee base during contract assignment while HRM on LOA.

Provided guidance/coaching to location employees with specific focus on employee advocacy/engagement.

Handled conflict resolution, HR fundamentals and Workday process training, employee relations management, performance management, Wabtec Learning/Career development, hourly talent acquisition and retention and workplace investigations as appropriate (harassment).

Provide employees and managers with an available first point of contact for questions and guidance on fundamental Workday HR topics and MyWabtecbenefits.com issues; escalated concerns beyond their scope; navigated employees and manager to HR Services when it is the more appropriate resource.

Manage HR programs such as Disability, Worker's Compensation, FMLA

Assist with other HR special projects or initiatives as needed

Maintain and protect confidential data with utmost scrutiny, judgment, and care

MINGHUA USA (Chinese Tier I OEM)

Sr. Human Resource Generalist/Corporate Talent Acquisition Manager, 2019 to Nov’ 2023

Served as strategic HRM of company’s HR Department on off shifts. Fulfill recruitment needs by retaining current employees, assisting with questions regarding employee relations/HR matters, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Conceptualize and implement talent management programs to recruit top talent resulting in reduction of company overhead.

Key Contributions:

Served as IATF Internal Auditor leading to certification of first Chinese Tier I of IATF 16949 certification in U.S.

Spearheaded training program leading to saving $150K in recoupment costs via SC state grant.

Developed several programs to ensure improved attendance.

Updated communications strategy for the floor reducing turnover and improving employee morale/productivity.

PL Developments – Greenville, SC (4 sites)

SC - Divisional Human Resource Manager, 2017 to 2019

Served as Head of company’s human resource operations in SC. Oversaw all administration including remuneration, benefits, and compensation. Led talent acquisition, staffing, oversee employment processing, conflict resolution, localized HR policy development and administration/communications.

Key Contributions:

Developed and implemented pay for performance plans for manufacturing operations (Skills Matrices/Banding).

Instrumental in helping drive compliance efforts with FDA regulations on competencies & recordkeeping.

Successfully mitigated liability through precise documentation and tracking.

RHEEM Manufacturing – Huntsville, AL

Human Resource Manager, 2014 to 2017

Oversaw all aspects of staff administration. Liaison with SMART union for CBA administration, grievance resolution process and bargaining activities during renewal. Recruited employees, supported organizational development, and implemented HR policies. Provided mediation and direct support to address HR-Labor relation issues.

Key Contribution:

Ensured successful renewal of collective bargaining agreement with SMART union through meticulous organization skills in line with Company’s objectives to strengthen labor relations.

Served as lead bargaining representative (1st chair) during negotiations.

NTN Corporation – Hamilton, AL

Human Resource Manager, 2009 to 2014

Managed all aspects of HR, Environmental, Safety & Health for Industrial bearings manufacturing / distribution location. Liaison with UAW union for CBA administration, grievance resolution process and bargaining activities during renewal (simultaneously during labor decertification process with NLRB). Provided counsel to employees and implemented HR policies. Provided mediation and direct support to address HR-Labor relation issues.

Key Contribution:

Ensured successful decertification status through coaching and leading management through elections (five NLRB elections) – resulting in union free status after 38 years as a UAW controlled site.

Served as lead bargaining representative (1st chair) during negotiations.

Successfully mediated settlement matter with UAW through logical/pragmatic approach with union leaders.

Strategically resolved the impacts of Mediated Settlements, resolved 11 ULP’s charges, closed out over 200 unresolved employee grievances, recalled over 100 laid off workers and negotiated with Int’l UAW for renewed collective bargaining agreement. Labor relations.

Lead negotiator of CBA during decertification campaign and multiple elections (5) in 3/2014; developed / delivered legal training to avoid unfair labor practice charges regarding election interference.

MASCO Administrative Services – (Construction - Manufacturing) 8/2003 - 4/2009

Regional Human Resources Manager – Daytona Beach, FL – 5,600 Employees (7 States)

●Directly managed HR issues for over 55 Southeast business locations in the building materials industry with 65% Hispanic employees - spoke Spanish to (installers, FSR’s, Project Managers and Division Managers) when appropriate.

●Conducted jobsite safety inspections to enforce corporate safety programs and compliance with all OSHA Construction standards, such as fall protection, respiratory protection and PPE.

●Managed and responded to all EEOC, DOL, FLSA Wage & Hour charges of discrimination, Federal OSHA audits and/or complaints; all cases dismissed with zero settlement costs.

●Created/delivered multiple training & leadership development programs for sales and management.

Schlumberger, RMS Inc. - (Utilities/Oilfield – Manufacturing) 1998-2003

NAM Human Resources Manager – Greenwood, SC

BRM, Corporation (Central Yoshida Corporation) – (Automotive Manufacturing) 1996-1998

Human Resources Manager – Fletcher, NC

Excellent Recommendations and References available

1.Data available regarding Predictive Index analytics to support future performance expectations

2.Several professional recommendations from colleagues that affirm prior performance for future success

3.Data also available to affirm personality and style which complement data of leadership competencies

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