ANNETTE M. HOCK

*** ***** ****** * Toledo, OH ***05 760-***-**** * p9209o@r.postjobfree.com

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Recruitment and Placement • Benefits and Compensation • Employee Relations • Health and Safety

Dedicated HR Professional with over six years of experience managing a full spectrum of human resources programs, services, and functions. Strong commands of employment laws, compliance issues, benefit and compensation plans, and union/non-union environments.

Proven success introducing process improvements, benefit plans, recruitment programs, talent acquisitions, staff-development initiatives driving corporate goal attainment, and safety/awareness workshops. Excellent communication skills and in-depth awareness of multicultural issues. Proven ability to diffuse.

Benefits and Compensation Administration Health and Welfare and Retirement Plan Administration

Program & Event Management Job Evaluation

Recruitment and Retention Incentive Plans

Performance Management

Executive Programs

Job Evaluation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Amcor, Buena Park, CA 02/2011– 05/2011

Packaging & Distribution (Corporate)

Amcor Packaging Distribution is comprised of manufacturing and distribution operations delivering quality-packaging products across the United States and Mexico. Our core business focuses on corrugated carton manufacturing and distribution. In addition, we sell a range of other packaging supplies, janitorial products, and promotional items. Amcor Packaging Distribution serves a broad range of industries including agriculture, technology, food & beverage, pharmaceutical and automotive. Serving over 2,000 co-workers in the Packaging & Distribution division.

Total Rewards Administrator (Specializing in Benefits and Compensation)

Managed the design and development of tools to assist employees in benefits selection. Made recommendations for the upcoming years benefit plan design based on allocated budget. Administered, evaluated and compared current benefit programs with the market and the union. Analyze health benefit trends and practices related to organizational plans.

Co-Managed the RFP process.

Planned and coordinated annual company picnic.

Planned and coordinated company Health & Safety Fair.

Maintained, updated, coordinated and published Total Rewards documents.

Coordinated employee contribution deductions with Payroll (Union and Non-Union). Administered new hire benefit election and enrollment process.

Conducted presentations to employees to increase participation in voluntary benefit options such as 401k/Profit Sharing plans and FSA.

Counseled current and former co-workers with questions concerning benefits and compensation.

Created and updated job descriptions for all levels of employees.

Payroll processing, auditing, and adjusting for weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll.

Updated remuneration reports/data for all employees.

Counseled managers, supervisors, and VP’s on Compensation Reviews and processes.

Created new hire, promotional, benefits, and relocation letters.

Assisted with job postings, job bidding, bargaining positions, and International recruiting

Maintained time keeping/attendance for all employees.

Maintained all Workers’ Compensation and Leave of Absences (FMLA, STD, Intermittent, and etc…).

Immediate Challenges:

Managed the RFP process, selecting consultants that would provide extended services to our co-workers and $10,000 in savings.

Emerson, Carlsbad, CA 12/2007 – 02/2011

Network Power & Embedded Computing (Corporate) Emerson Network Power is part of the global technology company, Emerson (NYSE:EMR). Its embedded power business is one of the world’s largest and most successful power supply companies. It embraces the Astec and Artesyn brand names, employs some 27,000 people - including 1,300 professional engineers - and is active in every major country. The company operates strategically located design, support and sales facilities on every continent, and has five large-scale manufacturing sites - three in China, and two in the Philippines.

Human Resources Specialist (Specializing in Benefits/Compensation and Employee Relations)

Administered, directed, and reviewed employee benefit programs for over 11 locations and 600 U.S. and International employees, including the integration of benefit programs following mergers and acquisitions. Administered all Personnel Changes (on boarding, transfers, expats, inpats, and assignment changes)

Evaluated and approved all employee Compensation Reviews in accordance to the company policies and procedures.

Conducted Safety meetings/trainings, CPR/First Aid/AED, DOS, and SOP’s initiatives. Created safety plans in accordance to all safety policies and procedures, including OSHA.

Oversaw the design and administration of incentive and commission programs for sales jobs. Designed, evaluated and modified benefits policies to ensure that programs are current, competitive and in compliance with legal requirements. Created job descriptions for all levels of employees within the organization. Created Job Announcements for domestic and global positions. Assisted Human Resources Managers with any benefits and compensation issues and documentation. Implemented new direct preparation and distribution of written and verbal information to inform employees of benefits, compensation, and personnel policies. Fulfilled all reporting requirements relevant to government rules and regulations, including the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). Identified and implemented benefits to increase the quality of life for employees, by working with HR Managers, World Wide VP of Human Resources, brokers, and TPA’s, researching benefits issues and recommending changes for company efficiency. Managed the design and development of tools to assist employees in benefits selection. Assisted in formulating policies and benefits for expatriates and global offices. Implemented a Wellness Program that saves each participating employee an average of $600 per year.

Immediate Challenges:

Saved over $2.5 million in medical cost by introducing new benefit options. Wrote numerous winning Benefit and Salary Proposals (85% success rate). Audited pay and benefit practices, which saved the company over $100,000 due to previous year

findings. Recommended and Implemented an HRIS that saves time and over $50,000 annually in savings.

Volunteers of America, San Diego, CA 06/2006 – 07/2007 (Southwest Region Corporate)

A volunteer of America (VOA) is a nonprofit health and human services organization that assists less fortunate individuals and families. There are over 300 employees within this region that provides them with the tools to improve their quality of life. The purpose of the programs is to strengthen the social, spiritual, psychological and physical well-being of those served. VOA programs focus on four primary service areas: Children & Family Services, Elderly & Disabled Services, Public Safety & Rehabilitation Services, and Treatment & Recovery Services.

The service territory for Volunteers of America of Southwest California encompasses San Diego, Imperial, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

Human Resources Associate (Specializing in Employee Benefits and Employee Relations)

Established and lead The Standard Recruiting and Hiring Practices and procedures necessary to recruit and hire superior workforce. Worked closely with The HR Director, CEO, and COO to refine Total Rewards philosophy that provided strong link to performance and was consistent with organizational philosophy and business needs. Maintained numerical reports regarding personnel compensation. Interviewed all levels of candidates; served as interviewer for position finalists. Administration and communication of the company's benefit programs (communication in English and Spanish) in regard to plan operations. Updated personnel files to document actions. Created correspondence letters Lead Open Enrollment meetings Retrieved HRIS (ABRA) reports for benefit eligible employees and ensured benefit packets were received. Researched Medical, Dental, Retirement, and other health plans. Handled internal and external job postings and ads for available positions. Accurate record keeping of all EEO reports. Maintained records for Affirmative Action reporting requirements. Created a Manager/Supervisor Policy and Procedure Manual. Maintained budget expenses for 12 facilities.

Immediate Challenges:

Created a Manager/Supervisor Manual that saved time and money for the organization. Refined the Total Rewards philosophy to improve employee morale that increased Customer

Service and community recognition. Lead The Standard Recruiting and Hiring Practices for the organization and decreased turnover by

19%. Saved the organization over $700 in job postings by creating social organization relationships and

researching free posting sites.

Frazee Paint Industries, San Diego, CA 08/2005 – 06/2006 (Corporate)

Frazee Paint is a leading manufacturer and retailer of paints and coatings serving customers throughout California, Arizona and Nevada. Frazee is dedicated to ongoing technological innovation and its products provide superior performance with specific formulations designed to meet the climatic conditions in the Southwestern U.S. Frazee has over 125 locations and over 1400 employees.

Benefits Administrator (Graduate Internship)

Handled over 1400 employee benefit questions, concerns, and other HR issues. Handled Open Enrollment Handled and maintained all Workers’ Compensation files and reporting. Attended monthly plant award meetings and answered benefit questions in English and Spanish

Handled all Benefit concerns to bilingual employees.

Researched and developed various techniques to improve The Total Rewards Program. Created correspondence letters Input all eligible and terminating employees into the HRIS, COBRA, and other carrier websites.

Handled all EDD claims Handled Child Support claims Maintained accurate OSHA records and posted all OSHA citations and logs.

Retrieved reports from HRIS (Ceridian) for various projects. Prepared Benefit proposals Tracked and distributed all Employee Service Awards. Handled Federal, State, and Awareness Center Postings for all break rooms, plants, and other offices.

Implemented English and Spanish “Did You Know” Monthly Safety Postings for plant and Distribution Center employees.

Maintained and distributed Drug Tests (DOT and regular).

Immediate Challenges:

Increased annual sales by 14% due to The Total Rewards sales department incentive. Created a Benefits Communication process that saved the company about $4,000 in time and money.

Skills: Proficient using Ceridian, Success Factors, ABRA, PeopleSoft, Oracle, Ultipro, Kronos, ADP, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, Publisher, Spreadsheet, Microsoft Access, Internet Explorer, Power Point, Alpha Computers, Apple Software, and Lotus Notes. Intermediate in speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish.

EDUCATION

GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY– Grambling, LA M.P.A., Human Resources Management GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY– Grambling, LA B.S., Business Marketing

Certifications: SHRM PHR/SPHR Certification Course Completion

Certified Nursing Assistant Advanced Benefits Certification Certified (Red Cross) CPR/First Aid Instructor ELT Employment Law Certification CEBS certification course(s) – in progress

VOLUNTEER JOBS

Volunteers of America (Volunteer) September 2006 – September 2010

Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament San Diego, CA

Supportive Living Staff October 2006 – January 2008

Harmony Grove Eating and Wellness San Diego, CA

CPR/First Aid Instructor (Volunteer) August 2007 – Current

American Red Cross

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