Amy Robbin

Experience

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  PTC

  Jan 1990 - Jan 1994

  Human Resources
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  Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company

  Jan 1995 - Jan 1998

  Human Resources

  HR Representative for ATG Division

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  SeaChange International

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2007

  Manager, Compensation, Benefits & HRIS

  Manager, Compensation, Benefits & HRIS• Managed compensation and benefits programs for employees worldwide• Explored and implemented competitive benefit plans for non US locations• Managed 3.0% merit spending as well as management and performance bonus programs of up to 20% base• Represented HR on ISO TL 9000 certification team• Managed implementation of 135k HRIS system which employed self service components and direct feed to benefit providers that cut administration time by an estimated 20%• Spearheaded the ADP E-Pay system which eliminated bi weekly mailings of paper checks with potential to cut cost by $7500 per year. 97% employee participation was achievedHuman Resources Manager • Acted as business partner to management and employees• Studied management practices and initiated corrective actions which resulted in reducing potential turnover in that group by 7%• Conducted all immigration activities for the company (H1b-16 employees, F1-3 employees , J1-1 employee, L1-1 employee, B1-1 employee, TN-4 employees and permanent residency-10 employees)• Secured 115k training grant from Massachusetts Division of Employment and Training• Evaluated training needs, engaged training partners and initiated a 250k Emerging Leaders and Professional Development programsHuman Resources Representative/Generalist• Coached employees and managers• Implemented and maintained HRIS system• Participated in salary surveys• Provided ad hoc reporting• Developed policies and procedures• Tracked and reported metrics (headcount, cost per hire, turnover)• Created initial compensation structure saving company 35k in consulting fees Show less

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  Mavenir

  Dec 2007 - Dec 2009

  Benefits Manager, Americas Region

  • Managed benefits programs for employees located throughout US, Canada and Latin America • Managed 401(k) and Nonqualified Deferred Contribution Plans with assets of over 75M for US as well as employer sponsored retirement programs for non US locations• Successfully merged Canadian benefit programs, offering improved benefit package with no increase to employees and a savings of 15k in implementation fees and an annual company savings of 47k• Analyzed benefit programs for utilization, eliminated duplicate coverage resulting in an annual savings of 23k per year• Identified and implemented corrective action process for compliance issues in US Health and Welfare such as Mass Fair Share, 409a and OSHA reporting, saving company over 125k in penalties and fines Show less

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  Human Resources Consultant

  Jan 2010 - Mar 2014

  Human Resources Consultant

  • Managing employee benefit programs, reviewing utilization and customizing plans to create a competitive and more cost effective program to aid in attracting and retaining talent• Performing analysis of safety programs of manufacturing organization with an OSHA Recordable Incident Rate of 9.7 and implementing corrective actions reducing the incident rate by more than 50%• Supporting company growth by creating a cost efficient staffing program with the potential to cut recruiting costs by more than 30%• Identifying potential liabilities in processes, record keeping and reporting. Implemented corrective actions achieving compliance with state and federal law• Consulting with management in relation to Human Resources Programs to support business strategy• Assisting with company acquisition activities relating to employee benefits programs Show less

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  GFA Federal Credit Union

  Dec 2013 - May 2015

  Employee Relations Officer/Human Resources Director

  Sole full time HR Practitioner responsible for all aspects of HR for 9 branches, both at strategic and tactical levels including:• Recruiting and retention: Filled 50 positions using internal and external channels. Developed a highly successful Employee Referral Program• Payroll, benefits, compensation: Implemented ADP Workforce Now. Negotiated benefit renewals at a 5.7% increase from the original 15% proposed. Reviewed and proposed new compensation structure and grading to be presented to the Compensation Board.• Employee relations: Coaching, creating informal employee appreciation activities to not only support the company vision but to drive teamwork and boost morale.• Performance management: Coaching, guiding employees and managers through performance appraisal and performance improvement programs• Training and development: Organized training initiatives for both compliance and employee development.• HR compliance: Perform HR audits and communication initiatives to ensure that policies and practices are compliant Show less

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  Consulting

  Jun 2015 - Nov 2016

  HR Consultant

  Providing HR support on a contract basis both strategic project oriented and ongoing HR support functions.Recent clients include:The Brattleboro RetreatHuman Resources GeneralistThe Brattleboro Retreat is a private, not-for-profit mental health and addictions hospital that provides comprehensive inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient treatment services for children, adolescents, and adults.Advanced Cable Ties, Inc., Gardner MADirector of Human ResourcesAdvanced Cable Ties, Inc. is a leading, full-line manufacturer of cable ties and wiring accessories proudly made in the USA.Judd Wire, Turners Falls MA Human Resources AnalystISO 9001:2008 and AS9100:2009 high technology wire company, specializing in the use of electron beam crosslinked thermosets for wire insulation Providing analytical expertise in creating powerful metrics and visuals to support HR initiatives encouraging efficiency in production (Overtime/staffing/turnover/hiring and selection/safety), organizational preparedness (turnover/succession planning) HR efficiency (go green, go paperless). Additional projects include developing a comprehensive wellness program proposal which secured the Judd Wire division 8k, 4 times higher than any other division grants, creating benefits documentation, taking ownership for the Judd Wire internal training database testing and rollout.Anderson Power Products, Sterling MA Interim Human Resources ManagerAnderson Power Products is an ISO 9001:2008 certified leader in developing high quality, low cost, power interconnect solutions for industries including: Back Up Power Systems, Electrical Vehicles, UPS Systems, Telecommunications High Technology Devices and Alternative Energy Solutions. HR support for APP/Division of Ideal Industries. Duties include all aspects of HR support for Sterling site as well as reporting responsibilities for Asia and UK. Duties include:• Recruiting and retention Show less

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  Brattleboro Retreat

  Nov 2016 - now

  Benefits Manager