Human Resources Manager

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Dorothea L. Thomas, PHR

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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

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* Industry Recognized and Established HR Manager with a strong desire, goal, and the demonstrated ability to create and implement programs that develop and maintain positive employee relations, expand talent pool, strengthen orientation programs, and improve staff performance. Provide and maintain a safe working environment by building safety awareness to new levels. Knowledgeable of all employment laws at the state and federal level. Highly familiar with payroll programs and in ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of all processes.

* Continue to improve the selection process through the ability to identify quality talent in order to achieve all business goals and objectives. Improve company productivity and efficiency through the

development, implementation, and administration of multiple company-wide programs, policies, and procedures on various issues including the recruitment and training process, payroll, policies and manuals, regulatory compliance, safety and health initiatives, and all customer service issues.

* Exceptional team-leader with proven success overseeing all aspects of the staffing process including staff recruitment, training, development, and the supervision of up to 350 team members. Develop a

talented and motivated group of staff that continues to improve company growth on various levels.

This is as a result of implementing the Safety & Health Achievement Recognition program (OSHA's SHARP certification for small businesses). Establish and maintain a solid client-base and utilize strong time-management and organizational abilities.

Core competencies:

Human Resources Programs & Practices - Recruitment, Orientation, & Hiring * Employee Relations & Issue Resolution * Policy Interpretation & Manuals * Benefits Administration * OSHA & Safety Awareness Programs *Records Management & Updates * Regulatory Compliance * Payroll Process & Procedures HRIS Systems Implementation.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

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KOHLER COMPANY, Huntsville, AL,

PROJECT SAFETY SPECIALIST, 2008 - 2011

* Implemented and managed all aspects of a specialized HR program for the Environmental Safety and Health initiative designed to protect team members and company assets by ensuring all corporate programs addressed all federal, state, local, and corporate regulations. Managed records and the information management for workers? compensation, OSHA, EPA, and ADEM programs.

Continued

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KOHLER COMPANY Professional Experience continued,

* Increased employee adherence to regulations as a result of creating, implementing, and managing company-wide Environmental Health and Safety programs, policies, and procedures.

* Trained, developed, and oversaw the daily activities of 350 team members, successfully identifying areas of improvement, designing and executing training programs, and delivering curriculum; onboard teams to company programs.

Key Achievements Included:

* Reduced business costs by $75K annually while sustaining a 1.9% recordable incident rate as a direct result of implementing and overseeing a successful, new personal protective equipment program.

* Introduced safer tooling for rework processes thus eliminating tool laceration injuries.

* Decreased employee compensation medical costs by 50% by creating and implementing injury protocols and developing positive relationships with physicians.

* Strategized employee safety and protection measures that achieved and sustained a stellar 1.9% recordable incident rate.

* Achieved recognition as the prime expert regarding multiple OSHA standards of noise protection, hearing protection programs, HAZCOM, Blood Borne Pathogens, air contaminates, respirators, and personal protective equipment.

* Ensured proper handling and disposal of Hazardous Waste through identifying hazardous waste material, setting up satellite collection sites, training employees in requirements for disposal of hazardous waste and inspections in compliance with ADEM/EPA requirements.

NATIONAL COPPER & SMELTING COMPANY, INC., Huntsville, AL

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, 2003 - 2009

HUMAN RESOURCES SUPERVISOR, 2000 - 2003

* Progressively Promoted through Increasingly Challenging Positions for an Established Manufacturing Company with 50-250 Employees. Facilitated & Oversaw all Areas of Human Resources to Enhance Company Productivity & Efficiency.

* Organized, executed, and managed all human resources operations with full responsibility for the administration of benefits throughout two sister plants and corporate headquarters, and the management of payroll and safety initiatives. Managed the alternative and temporary staffing needs.

Trained and managed the daily activities of 1-5 staff. Delivered related programs and activities impacting 150 employees within the corporate environment. Maintained company policy manual and employee handbook. Ensured compliance with HIPAA, FMLA and additional federal laws.

* Guided supervisors on all employee matters, related policies, and potential legal liabilities. Prepared and maintained confidentiality of sensitive material. Continued to work part-time in this position to

enable employer to complete year-end tasks and train new employee in HRMS. Designed,implemented, and oversaw various benefits programs, workers compensation, health & wellness plans, insurance plans, and flexible benefit plans. Conducted and oversaw mediations and dispute

resolutions. Recommend disciplinary actions and termination.

* Assisted with the staffing process as the former Human Resources Supervisor to secure qualified and motivated employees. Educated the new department manager on objectives and company policies and practices, and on all features of the benefits program and payroll process. Facilitated and presented at orientation. Processed payroll and maintained staff files.

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NATIONAL COPPER & SMELTING COMPANY, INC., Professional Experience continued,

Key Achievements Included:

* Recognized as Employer of the Year in 2005 by the (Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS) for introducing a new hiring program targeting the hearing impaired.

*Professional of the Year Award from the Huntsville Area Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities (HACEPD) in 2006.

* Attracted and expanded a large pool of promising candidates by introducing high-impact recruiting strategies and a successful recruiting program. Facilitated employee orientation as well as a new material package to provide essential company and benefit information throughout the organization.

* Enhanced safety awareness and reduced injuries by 50% through the execution of various subject-related awards programs and by accepting position as the Chair of Safety Committee meetings.

* Ensured consistent appliance of policies for the distribution of all disciplinary activities and the conduction of performance appraisals.

* Guaranteed policy compliance by participating in grievance and disciplinary meetings. Performed as central role in the system implementation of the new HRIS / payroll system.

ADTRAN, INC., Huntsville, AL

DATA / PERSONNEL COORDINATOR, 1998 - 2000

* Oversaw file management for a large volume of staff records for the distribution center. Compiled attendance reports for supervisor on a weekly basis. Ensured sustained employee certifications by

designing and supervising all aspects of the cross-training schedule.

PRIORITY STAFFING SERVICES, INC., Huntsville, AL

OFFICE MANAGER, 1990 - 1998

* Led office operations, managed workflow, and managed a team of five staff for an established, busy staffing agency. Designed and outlined the employee handbook as an excellent resource for both new and existing employees. Resolved all employee issues and dispensed disciplinary action

according to policy. Ensured adherence to company policies and regulatory guidelines.

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EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

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MBA – Salem International University- CURRENTLY PURSUING

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, BS IN MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES, Faulkner University,Montgomery, AL

PHR Certification, HRCI & OSHA Certification, 10 / 30 Hour General Industry * Behavioral Interviewing Certification, SBS * Certified Forklift Operator Trainer- Yale of Carolinas * OSHA Training Academy Certification courses

Advanced Computer Skills: Windows OS, MS Office Excel * MS Office Word * MS Office PowerPoint

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