ROBIN GRADILLAS
LONG BEACH, CA, *****
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Professional Summary:
Lead National Recruiter that promotes open positions on diverse platforms and engages with candidates to drive company hiring goals. Reliable and ready to take on challenges using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help the team succeed. Guides professionals in understanding benefits, completing required training, and educating team members on company policies and procedures. Decisive and detail-oriented; builds and retains top talent with strategic sourcing and screening. Works effectively with management to establish hiring criteria and improve company success. As a former driver myself (OTR, regional and local) I can mentor and support our team members on all facets of their driving career. Experience:
Lead National Recruiter Jul 2021 - Current
TTSI/Salson Long Beach, California
● Addressed organizational staffing needs, working closely with management to understand and establish optimal levels.
● Adhered to federal, state and local employment laws and company policies.
● Evaluated skills, knowledge and experience of candidate to determine ideal job positions.
● Conducted background checks and connected with references to verify eligibility of candidates.
● Assisted in organizing career fairs and other recruitment events to attract top talent.
● Provided prompt feedback to both successful and unsuccessful applicants throughout the recruitment process.
● Prepared offer letters and negotiated salary packages with selected candidates.
● Trained new team members on company policies, procedures, and best practices in recruiting processes.
● Participated in industry conferences or networking events to stay informed about trends, best practices, and emerging talent pools.
● Demonstrated correct vehicle operation and explained function of various controls.
● Worked closely with human resources teams to ensure seamless integration of new hires into the organization.
● Conducted exit interviews for departing employees to gather feedback on company culture and areas for improvement.
● Addressed employee relations issues, harassment allegations and work complaints.
● Evaluated applicant driving abilities and identified areas for improvement.
● Mentored new drivers by sharing expertise and offering guidance during their training period.
● Continuously updated personal knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and industry trends.
● Conduct practical driving evaluations in a variety of settings, such as urban, rural, and highway environments.
HR Payroll Specialist Aug 2020 - Jul 2021
TTSI/Salson Long Beach, California
● Ran payroll and distributed checks according to corporate specifications.
● Set up, reconciled and paid wage garnishments.
● Adhered to department policies and procedures to encourage successful internal and external audits.
● Reviewed and balanced payroll prior to final transmission.
● Maintained knowledge of current government regulations affecting payroll processing.
● Processed payroll for multiple clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
● Resolved employee concerns about pay discrepancies.
● Prepared year-end tax documents for employees, including W-2 forms.
● Responded promptly to inquiries from employees on their paychecks or deductions.
● Reviewed and corrected errors in timekeeping systems before processing payroll. Salon Manager Jan 2015 - Aug 2020
Ohana Salon Long Beach, California
● Coordinated and verified attendance in required training programs and classes.
● Recruited, hired and retained diversely talented team of professionals.
● Maintained positive atmosphere focused on productivity and customer satisfaction. Skills
Attention to detail
Candidate sourcing
Cold calling
Performance evaluation
Social media recruiting
Effective communication
Time management
Interviewing Techniques
Screening Resumes
Team Collaboration
Applicant Tracking Systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Advanced Excel User
Multiple Operating Systems:
Veroot
Tenstreet
eScreen
Quest
National Driver Registry
ADT
MVR
PSP
Clearinghouse
Asurint: Background Checks
References
Ron Zullo
VP Director of Safety
Rochelle Mann
Division VP of West Coast Logistics
John Vance
Director of Recruiting
Tony Williamson
VP of Compliance
Eric Nowak
Salson West VP of Operations