Jerome Curtis, MBA, CP

Experience

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  Carrier Corporation

  Feb 2007 - Aug 2010

  SR HR Generalist

  Managed human resource efforts of USW union workforce, plant size approximately 1700 employees. Reported to the Labor Relations Manager; worked closely with operations managers. • Co-Lead for Contingency Plan and served as note taker during 2009 Contract Negotiations. • Improved Employee Survey response by 30% through organization strategy sessions. • Reduced grievances by 60% over 3 year period. • Performed “climate assessment” at sister facility to measure risk of union organizing activity. • Managed and recruited for Salaried and Intern/Co-op program for year-around opportunities. • Directed day-to-day activities (employee concerns, benefits liaison, NLRB charges, 2nd and 3rd step grievance meetings, disciplines, EEOC, unemployment, attendance, vacation, etc.). Show less

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  MasterBrand Cabinets

  Jul 2010 - Sept 2013

  HR Manager

  2011 to 2013: Promoted to Field - Sr. HR Manager in Arthur, Illinois to organize, administer and lead the human resources and safety function for a 700+ employee facility, 3 shift operation • Managing site wage scale project to determine consistent pay philosophy as well as group job titles into minimum standard titles. • Co-lead Kaizen event to reduce overtime in Finishing Department2010 to 2011: Joined organization as a Field HR Manager in Las Vegas, Nevada to drive company performance by partnering with local and senior leadership, providing strategic solutions in area of change and talent management initiatives for two locations (Las Vegas, NV and Riverside, CA) for 250 employees. Show less

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  Flex-N-Gate

  Sept 2013 - Feb 2023

  Human Resources Manager

  Progressive learning and continued growth as an HR Professional with a leading Tier 1, automotive supplier.2021 - present: HR Manager responsible for all aspects HR for a 600+ employee facility in Veedersburg, IN.2019 - 2020: Corporate HR Manager auditing and performing analysis at 25+ U.S. facilities for compliance with HR policies/procedures and systems.2018 - 2019: HR Manager responsible for various aspects of Human Resources for a 600+ employee, greenfield facility in Detroit, Michigan.2013 - 2018: HR Manager responsible for all aspects HR for a 400+ employee facility; focusing on Apprenticeship Program, recruiting and staffing, and policies/procedures in Urbana, Illinois Show less

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  Trane Technologies

  Mar 2023 - Nov 2023

  Senior Human Resources Business Partner