Responsible for HR leadership and support for plant size of approximately 20 salaried employees and 170 hourly employees.
Successfully managed and delivered Front Line Leadership training for the Waterville Complex which included plant staff, supervisors, engineers, etc.
One of three certified trainers of Crucial Conversations training for the company. Provided training at several locations within US and Canada.
Created and implemented the exit and interview process for hourly employees.
Worked with union committees (Teamsters and UAW), as well as business agents regarding opportunities, grievances, performance, etc.
Advised plant staff and supervisors (as needed) on appropriate employee corrective actions.
Created and modified job descriptions within all departments as needed.
Worked with plant level management to create fair and consistent HR policies and procedures.
Collaborated on strategies to create a
robust workforce plan that addresses current and future organizational needs,
including workforce size and structure.
Coached managers and supervisors in understanding
employee issues and concerns and underlying causes, promoted direct lines of
communications between employees and management.
Utilized data driven metrics to make
recommendations to improve organizational and business needs.
Conducted thorough investigations and
develops solutions to complex employee issues and concerns.
Maintained knowledge of
legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing
legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal
department as needed/required.
