Ashley Dixon, PHR

Experience

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  HANDYMAN ACE HARDWARE, INC

  Apr 2001 - Dec 2007

  Recruiting Manager

  Managed employee selection and hire process including performing employment history verification and background checks (fingerprints & health/safety results)Administrative personnel functions and training new employeesMaximized outside sales revenues by utilizing professional selling tacticsCreated innovative sales promotions to increase profits Inventory planning and allocation for budgeting Merchandise planning to meet customer's needs Attended/ negotiated at trade shows for new product lines Show less

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  Cortland Banks

  Apr 2006 - Jan 2007

  Marketing/ Public Relations Associate

  Assisted in the application of the Bank's public relations programs that promotes positive image of the Bank in the communityHelped in the implementation of various advertising campaigns such as direct mail, newspaper, radio, and/or TVResearched competitive markets, collect and analyze data, and develop presentations for marketing committee

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  SMITH BARNEY

  Jan 2007 - May 2007

  Financial Management Intern

  Helped clients realize their financial goals by assessing clients circumstances and objectivesAssisted in providing individualized, highly strategic consultingLearned the basics of portfolio management

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  WALT DISNEY CORPORATION

  Jan 2008 - Nov 2008

  Project Leader

  Completed 6 months of the Operations Management Leadership Development ProgramParticipated in VoluntEARS events and special events throughout the ParkCreated and implemented a Shrink Awareness program to increase awareness and knowledge about shopliftingPerformed "Temperature Checks" with employees, administered disciplines and attendance violations, followed California state laws while managing hourly, union workersDaily managed a diverse group of 200+ union Cast Members while providing leadership guidance and an emphasis on teamworkCreated and supported promotional marketing initiatives within Merchandise Safety and Loss Prevention and assisted in location and category planning Show less

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  COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS, INC

  Nov 2008 - Jun 2011

  Human Resources Generalist II

  Provided HR leadership to over 250 employees in management, salaried, and hourly classifications Coordinated employee new hire and exit process (ADP processing); recruit and screen resumes through various outside channels Working knowledge of EEO, FMLA/PDL, and CFRA lawsEnsured timely and complete annual employee performance evaluations and pay increasesReviewed and updated various company methods and proceduresRevised and uploaded weekly Employment Opportunity ListingsProcessed promotions, transfers, salary adjustments Researched and audited benefit enrollments, changes and terminations (COBRA)Processed Workers' Compensation and Leave of Absence claims (FMLA, PDL)Administered Reward and Recognition Programs Maintained current Paid Leave ReportCreated training manuals on company initiatives and presented information to new employees Show less

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  Interim HealthCare

  Aug 2011 - Jun 2012

  Human Resources Recruiter/Generalist

  Manage full life-cycle recruiting activities of healthcare professionals for three Interim Healthcare branches Provide guidance and advice on employee relations issuesFacilitate the resolution of employee relations problems by interviewing employees to discuss personnel and work-related problems Develop and provide guidance to employees and management regarding HR issues and Company policyPlan, arrange and execute employee appreciation events Create performance management and improvement systems for new hires and regular employeesDevelop new Reward and Recognition programs for all staffConduct employee counseling and discipline sessionsSupervise and manage one direct report Extend job offers to new hires and follow up to ensure they are experiencing a positive working environment Show less

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  ASK Chemicals L.P.

  Jun 2012 - now

  HR Manager

  Play a key role in developing and managing North American HR and Payroll department after Joint Venture from Ashland & Sud-ChemeResponsible for supporting/managing Mexico HR departmentDeliver on talent acquisition and growth, compensation/benefits, organizational development, and workforce planning strategies to address the current and future needsCreate an environment of positive employee relations, possess confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, remain approachable and fair, balance business needs with employee needs, and spend significant time interfacing directly with employees and managementProvide assistance and leadership in change and managing organizational transitionRespond to employee relations issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations, and grievancesEnsure compliance with all regulatory laws and regulations. Stay abreast on changing laws impacting HR to ensure Company complianceDemonstrate experience in effectively managing multiple projects, detailed information, prioritization and consistency in meeting deadlines in a fast paced environmentDevelop and maintain relationships with employment agencies, recruiters, universities, technical schools and other sources of talent as part of a proactive recruitment strategy Maintain positive relations with two unions (IAM & Chemical Workers)Process all FMLA requestsRecruit, screen, interview and make offers for all exempt and non-exempt positions while adhering to HR budgetFacilitate new hire orientation and onboarding programs Transition the company payroll provider from ADP to Ultipro and implement new Applicant Tracking System, BrightMoveResponsible for annual completion of Open Enrollment including negotiating renewals with broker Show less