Desiree Hesson, SHRM-CP

Experience

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  IMAGE HOTEL MANAGEMENT, INC

  Jan 2016 - Jun 2017

  Human Resource Manager

  I held all Human Resource duties for 16 hotels on multi-state levels. HRIS system design and implementation, payroll, payroll tax deposits, QTRYs, YR end payroll reporting, W-2s, WC Claim reporting and management, Benefits Administration, Monthly A/R comparison reporting, and monthly financial statements.

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  Fitzgerald Peterbilt

  Jul 2017 - Apr 2020

  Human Resource Manager

  Human Resource Manager for 6 different, multi-state locations. This included everything from everyday employee relations, to policy writing and implementation, payroll, payroll reporting, HRIS system implementation and construction, 401(k) contributions, year end reporting/auditing, benefit management, 1094/1095, New hire and open enrollment and COBRA management, litigation and every other aspect of HR.

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  Star Manufacturing International, Inc. - a Division of The Middleby Corporation

  Oct 2020 - Sept 2021

  Human Resource and Safety Generalist

  Talent management, employee relations, policy guidance, attendance tracking, supervisor disciplinary guidance, 20/40/60 reviews, new hire tracking, safety training, safety tracking, and safety measures implementation. Talent acquisition and onboarding. Benefits management. Payroll and compensation administration, manual computation of Earned Hours. FMLA and STD management.

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  Harris Products Group

  Nov 2021 - May 2024

  Human Resources Generalist

  Partnered with the organization to execute talent strategy. Manage the talent acquisition process. Analyze trends. Guiding and supporting all levels of management. Create learning and development programs. Manages payroll remittances. Oversees disciplinary measures. Policy implementation, and frequent review of policies to ensure that they stay within state and federal guidelines as well as best practices. Help guide the business forward with industry best practices, employee engagement, and partnerships within the community. Show less

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  Portobello America

  May 2024 - now

  Human Resource Manager

  • Research, develop, and implement such HR policies and organizational strategies that boost and improve the work environment and culture of employees• Develop initiatives like culture familiarity, succession planning, diversity, and inclusion• Works on the development and implementation of employee benefits and compensation plans• Analyze the performance metrics of a recruitment drive and provide insights and suggestions to improve the HR recruitment process• Craft the organization’s objectives and goals, then ensure that they are being followed • Analyze HR statistics and metrics like employee performance, turnover, retention, and cost-per-hire rate• Observe and analyze the performance metrics and use the data in strategy and policy development• Manage labor issues like code of conduct, ethics, employee retention, and policy adherence• Oversee Expat process, L1A and B Visa processes, Green Card Conversions, Relocation, and acclimation period• Work and define the budget for the HR department• Supervise and instruct the whole HR and EHS team • Handle employee complaints and address them with unique strategies and solutions for such challenges• Directly supervise the employee talent acquisition processes to ensure the hire is the best fit for the company’s needs• Ensure a healthy work environment by conducting exciting and fun sessions and events to engage the employees more• Organize the employee training and learning programs • Supervise HR programs and campaigns • Update databases to strengthen the organization’s capabilities through best practices• Collaborate effectively with other team members such as Directors, CFO, CEO, and vice president for a productive outcome and better targeting of organizational goals Show less