Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training
· Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
· Held a lead position on a committee that developed and implemented a new comprehensive onboarding program for the Mountain West Group.
· Coordinated with senior leadership and handled managerial needs by implementing fresh solutions into business strategies.
· Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
· Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
· Managed in a union environment working through grievances and counseling management on conflict resolution and labor relationships.

Lead a team of 3 direct reports responsible for recruiting, payroll, training and development, compensation, and team member engagement.
· Created and implemented a compensation structure which established a clear path for career growth and advancement within the company.
· Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
· Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
· Conducted regular leadership training and workshops heavily focused on communication, engagement, liability, and compliance.
· Implemented wellness initiatives for team members that encourage physical, mental, and financial well-being
· Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
· Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
· Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate team results.

Full cycle recruiting; attended career fairs, conducted phone interviews, ran background checks, made initial offers, conducted new hire orientations and on-boarding.
· Administered employee uniform program.
· Coordinated employee events including Health Fair, Family Picnic, Christmas Party, etc.
· Administrated benefit enrollments: New Hires, Open Enrollment, Annual Renewals.
· Managed DOT regulated drug-testing program to ensure compliance.
· Conducted exit interviews, employee engagement surveys, grievance investigations, etc.
· Provided support and participates in all special projects, District events, and various committees.
· Submitted payroll related changes to the payroll department on a biweekly basis.
· Managed employee files handling sensitive information with a high level of professionalism and discretion.
· Served as the HR point of contact for four company locations.

/ Training Coordinator
· Full cycle recruiting; posted jobs, reviewed applications, conducted first round interviews, conducted orientations and inhouse drug testing program.
· Implemented effective HR policies to ensure all practices comply with labor and employment regulation.
· Suggested and implemented new hiring processes that greatly reduced turnover.
· Developed and implemented training programs for new hires and existing employees.
· Coached production leadership on safety, employee relations, conflict resolution, labor laws, etc.
· Conducted investigations into matters of discrimination and injuries.
· Managed safety program to reduce injuries and ensure OSHA compliance.
· Established and led a safety committee.