Cara Doud

Experience

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  Raytheon

  Oct 2007 - Sept 2013

  • Developed and tracked the effectiveness of training programs. Monitored adherence to established training programs to ensure standard work. Documented feedback and training audit results.• Designed training materials, bridged any gaps between understanding and execution, and facilitated employee learning by presenting material in a way that was optimal for knowledge to be transferred.• Collaborated with stakeholders in preparation, development, and coordination of training programs. • Developed and implemented recruiting strategies at universities. Supported HR recruiters to organize on-campus recruiting events efficiently and successfully. Coordinated on-campus interviews.

  • National / Regional Learning Lead

    Dec 2008 - Sept 2013

  • University Programs Coordinator

    Oct 2007 - Dec 2008
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  DuPont Pioneer

  Jul 2013 - Jul 2015

  Productivity Improvement Coordinator

  • Led Toledo location in Lean practices through DuPont Production System. Facilitated all Lean, team, team leader, and change management training on site. Tracked Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).• Served as location management for leading plant-wide meetings, safety elements, line walks, monthly coaching and mentoring, annual performance reviews, and discipline. Performed all related tasks to 5S, Focused Improvement, Visual Management, Teamwork, Quality, and Asset Management.• Assisted team in design and execution of site business plan. Facilitated annual First Party Audit training and led quarterly audits in all process areas. Implemented redesign for product returns.• Provided daily production metrics relating to daily output, product quality, downtime, and efficiency.• Trained employees in using data collection tools, such as OEE/Unit Performance and TRACC.• Led Lean project, including inventory management, physical storage location, and inventory counts.• Tracked all improvement projects aligned with the site business plan. Provided coaching to the management team, recommendations, and guidance on staffing plans affecting production schedules.• Coordinated Site Steering Committee and Implementation Task Force. Partnered with Maintenance to complete Capital Improvement Requests and Return on Investment Savings projections. Show less

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  Iowa Premium

  Jul 2015 - Jun 2019

  Employment Manager

  • Coordinated work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations. Tracked recruitment in ADP database to provide monthly reports.• Built solid relationships with leaders and assisted them in finding solutions to meet staffing needs. Coached them to effectively manage and grow their teams, in alignment with organizational goals.• Handled understaffing, disputes, termination of employees, and administration of proper discipline.• Trained, mentored, and coached staff to improve performance and results for internal customers.• Represented the organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations as needed. Worked directly with five department supervisors, managers, and executives to achieve the required staffing goals.• Produced ad hoc reports/documents for senior management. Provided suggestions on best practices.• Led in staffing compensation and benefits plan philosophy. Provided leadership in development of compliance metrics. Explained policies, handled complaints, and researched unusual situations. Show less

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  Bayer

  Jun 2019 - May 2024

  • Spearhead change management initiatives by consulting and collaborating with senior management to execute people-related strategies around performance management, employee relationships, coaching, organizational change, organizational development, career pathing, and staff development.• Lead 5 sites through Change Management Workstream to complete onePSS implementation.• Develop and/or assess stakeholders, resistance management, communication plans, and change agent teams. Proven ability in facilitating leadership workshops, including coaching and feedback. Support 7 sites in post-Lean implementations. Provide Health Check assessments on their site-specific culture.• Utilize evidence-based, proactive strategies to facilitate change throughout the organizational structure.• Provide leadership and direction to foster innovation, diversity, and employee engagement to support Bayer’s mission, vision, and values. Serve as a change agent as the business continues to evolve.• Perform needs and cultural evaluations to strengthen staff improvements at all organizational levels.HR Administration:• Drive major HR initiatives and influence decision-makers at all levels. Proactive, to anticipate and provide alternatives and options to management related to organizational development issues. Expertise in conducting group facilitation as well as coaching/counseling employees at all levels.• Hold 1:1 site coaching sessions with assigned sites. Escalate any Human Resource situations.• Complete interviews with potential staff to identify strengths, weaknesses, and potential problems. • Support HR through organizational change. Facilitate change management practices, applying proper HR tools and methodology. Mentor, coach, and provide performance feedback to leadership levels. Show less

  • North America Regional Change Manager

    Sept 2022 - May 2024

  • Organizational Change Manager

    Jun 2019 - Oct 2022
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  Pella Corporation

  May 2024 - now

  Sr. Change Management Manager