Jo West

Experience

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  Army National Guard

  Jun 1995 - Jun 2005

  Logistics Specialist

  Managed 10-15 soldiers in the Motor Pool which supported ground transportation for a Black Hawk Helicopter unit. Tracked high dollar inventory for HEMET trucks, trailers and 10 1/2 ton military vehicles for the 1/106th HHC unit. Facilitated various missions state side to prepare for possible missions overseas. Last mission served in Iraq (Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran).

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  Caterpillar Parts Department

  Mar 2003 - May 2014

  Human Resources Representative II

  Relocated to take advantage of opportunities for advancement within the organization. Started as an hourly employee, promoted to supervisor, later transitioned and moved up within human resources where I found my passion for developing talent.Positions Held:-Human Resources Representative II -Greater Memphis Area (2008-2014)-Distribution Supervisor- Miami Area (2005-2008)-Human Resources Representative -Miami Area (2007-2007)-Distribution Supervisor-Greater Chicago Area (2003-2004)-Material Specialist, Greater Chicago Area (2003-2003) Show less

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  Teva Pharmaceuticals

  Jun 2014 - Mar 2017

  Senior Human Resources Representative

  HR support for distribution facilities in Groveport, OH and Olive Branch, MS for 200+ employees. Managed all recruiting & selection, employee relations matters, training & development initiatives and day to day human resource functions.

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  Richemont

  Jan 2018 - now

  Senior Human Resources Manager for high end, luxury goods organization. Supporting employees both remotely and in-office for Dallas, Miami and several major metropolitan areas in the US. Responsible for support in training, employee relations, people development, culture change initiatives, policy implementation, recruiting process alignment, and business growth initiatives. Human Resources Manager for luxury goods organization. HR support for North American non-union distribution center locations in Dallas and New York. Responsible for support in training, people development, policy development and implementation, engagement initiatives, workplace injury management, risk mitigation, recruiting process alignment, and data analysis for DE&I and turnover.

  • Senior Human Resources Manager

    Apr 2021 - now

  • Human Resources Manager

    Jan 2018 - Apr 2021