Human Resources Manager
Resume:
BRIDGET M. CLARK
Urbandale, Iowa 50322
515-***-**** (Cell)
*****.********@*****.***
Professional Objective:
Seeking a Human Resources position that will expand my current skills and help to foster my development in the HR arena.
Career Experience:
Sears Holdings Corporation/Call Center Network/Des Moines, IA (04/07 – Present)
HR Manager
Strategic business partner for Sears.com call center network of 500 employees with two direct reports.
Directly responsible for managing the recruiting process in exempt and non-exempt capacities.
Conduct, manage and coach on all employee relations investigations in the call center.
Train, develop and coach management staff on HR related topics (Harassment, Drug Testing, etc.).
Facilitate progressive discipline process for hourly and salaried associates with managers.
Implement and work on projects that assist with the development process of HR professionals.
Work closely with the operations group to retain and attract qualified individuals for operational success.
Support the operations group to ensure that policies and procedures are maintained and adhered to.
Assist in the hiring and termination process of associates both exempt and non-exempt levels.
Participate in unemployment hearings.
Audit HR process for compliance (FLSA, FMLA, Workers’ Comp, Recognition, Discipline, and Staffing) on a monthly basis.
John Morrell Corporation/Iowa Quality Meats Clive, IA (01/06 -04/07)
HR Manager/Safety Manager
Facilitated versatile HR responsibilities for a team of 160 employees in a
fast-paced, production environment.
Completed and revised the current Affirmative Action plan/EEO plan along with
special reports (Adverse Action Plan, Applicant Flow Log).
Organized and maintained training and development for all employees both in safety and HR related topics.
Reported all work related injuries and track via OSHA 300 logs.
Investigated all employee relations situations (included supporting the company in civil rights cases).
Assembled recruiting plan for hiring and retaining current employees.
Created successful return to work program in order to cut W/C costs.
Tracked and maintained all FMLA/Leaves for the company.
Maintained attendance database for all employees.
Created new disciplinary forms and procedures for the company.
Maytag Corporation Newton, IA (03/04 - 01/06)
HR Generalist/Workers' Compensation Specialist
Managed Workers' Compensation claims for all 50 states for a services business unit of 2000 employees. Worked with the HR team in Services and Corporate to resolve employee relations' issues, internal investigations, audits and staffing needs for internal and external candidates.
Managed the Workers' Compensation program for nationwide services industry.
Managed the Return to Work Program for all services employees.
Maintained OSHA logs for Services across the United States.
Composed Workers' Compensation reports for Services and Corporate facility.
Managed Workers' Compensation databases to report and track employees.
Investigated employee relations and ethics alert cases for Services employees.
Tracked FMLA and STD leaves for employees through third party administrator.
Assisted with the staffing needs by conducting interviews with field managers.
Administered the exit interview process to track attrition for Services.
Nabi Biopharmaceuticals Boca Raton, Fl (05/00-02/04)
Sr. HR/EHS Assistant
Supported a team of 1500 employees nationwide. Provided assistance with the
integral elements of human resources.
Supervised, tracked and administered FMLA leaves for all employees.
Conducted safety audits/hazard assessments for all Florida plasma centers: Survey
the facilities; measure the level of exposure to prevent loss and identify
types of hazards.
Ensure OSHA compliance with the Personal Protective Equipment Standard.
Maintained OSHA logs for all Plasma facilities.
Assisted managers to ensure that the facilities are complying with EHS Standard
Operating Procedures.
Managed Workers' Compensation/Auto Insurance claims for the entire company (Captive Insurance/Private Insurance experience).
Administered Employee recognition program, tuition assistance, labor laws,
background checks and employee relocation for all centers nationwide.
Rockview Farms Downey, Ca (10/99 - 05/00)
HR Assistant
Supported union environment of 250 employees in California. Assisted with
benefits information, payroll, and general HR support.
Maintained HRIS database (ADP Payroll), for 250 employees.
Managed and reported all Workers' Compensation claims.
Coordinated with other departments to help maintain a safe environment within the facility.
Assisted HR department with benefits, special projects.
Education:
Colorado State University
B.A. in Social Sciences
Specialized Training:
Civil Treatment for Managers
Human Resources Advanced Generalist Certificate
Human Resources updates in FMLA, Workers' Compensation administration
OSHA 30 Hour General Industry
OSHA 8 Hour -Compliance/Record Keeping
OSHA 8 Hour - Safe Installation of Electrical Systems
OSHA 8 Hour - Hazardous waste management, Chapter 64E-16, Florida Administrative
code
Training for Safe Transportation of Hazardous Materials
Adult CPR/AED- First Aid response
Computer Training:
People Soft HRIS, Windows, Mac, Visio, ADP HRIS/Payroll,
AS400/Infinum HRIS system, RMIS-Risk-Trac,
Risxfacs, Medgate, Internet
Explorer
References available upon request.
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