Grace Estepan

Experience

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  Eaton

  May 2008 - May 2010

  Analyst Talent Aquisition - Labor Relations

  Responsible for researching and analyzing reasons for employee terminations, whether voluntary or corporately-initiated. Performed employee exit interviews; provided mediation between employee and supervisor during disputes; worked closely with legal counsel to provide evidentiary documentation and testimony during escalated disputes.• Oversaw and managed labor reduction process, including massive outboarding and suspension of contracts.

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  Direccion General De Impuestos Internos

  Jun 2010 - Jul 2011

  Organizational Development Specialist

  Charged with creating, developing and implementing corporate talent development programs. Worked collaboratively with department heads to establish job functions and talent requirements; analyzed existing talent skill sets and assessed training needs. Developed and negotiated for training budgets; created training plans; negotiated with national and international training firms to develop and implement specific curricula. Worked with senior management to develop succession plans.• Successfully implemented and managed 1st and 2nd quarter training plans, and transitioned 1st and 2nd group of employees into the Tax and Administrative departments. Show less

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  Convatec

  Aug 2011 - Feb 2013

  Human Resources Specialist

  Oversaw recruitment, training and development functions. Worked closely with department heads to analyze job functions and skill sets in place and to ascertain staff training needs. Evaluated, select and retain third-party training resources. Administrated tuition and reimbursement program established for employees’ professional development education through local universities and adult learning programs. Responsible for initiating and implementing corporate communications program. Post internal news, policy updates and other impactful information on boards, disseminate through e-mails and corporate intranet. Planned and coordinated events, such as holiday parties, monthly meetings, recognition days, and health week activities.• Successfully met all ISO and FDA audit requirements for staff training and performance.• Initiated training needs assessments and developed specific training tracks based on data analysis.• Introduced internship programs in conjunction with polytechnic institutes and universities.• Developed and implemented new hiring criteria and evaluation processes, which improved employee selection outcomes, reduced turnover and enhanced work-product quality. Show less

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  Banco Confisa

  Mar 2013 - Jun 2014

  Human Resources Manager

  Developed and expanded functions of Human Resources Subsystems, such as recruitment, selection, training, development, compensation, employee relations, and internal communications. Implemented Management by Objectives with 100% positive results. Authored and revised job descriptions after annual review. Analyzed training needs and developed Risk Plan based on training sustainability. Created, revised, and implemented new HR policies that more closely aligned with short- and long-term corporate objectives. Ensured compliance with local regulations concerning labor, health and safety. • Generated and implemented new model for employee recruitment and selection.• Employed HR metrics and indicators such as training and turnover rates to design and implement improvements in policies and employee selection process.• Created and implemented staff recognition program, utilizing criteria designed to enhance employee productivity and engagement. Show less

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  Laurelton Diamonds

  Jun 2014 - Jun 2018

  Human Resources Manager

  Lead development and implementation of Human Resources policies, processes and functions. • Expanded department, functions and scope of responsibilities as company grew from 22 to over approximately 174 employees in a six- month time frame, and duplicate the headcount in a year.• Implemented Management By Objectives initiative with almost a 100% results.• Established business entity with Labor Department and other government institutions; ensured corporate policies and procedures were in compliance with labor, safety, health, and employment regulations.• Use of HR metrics and indicators such as training, staff turnover, and absenteeism in order to improve all the processes• Introduced strategic incentives program to encourage and reward production efficiency.• Created and implemented entire compensation and benefits systems for salaried, contract, and hourly employees. Show less

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  Jabil Healthcare

  Aug 2018 - Sept 2022

  Human Resources Manager

  HR Leader for Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. Developing Human Resources policies and procedures, implementing best practices ain order to provide a balanced program throughout the facilities. Assisting and advises senior management on Human Resources practices. Start-Up operations for Jabil Shared Services Center and Jabil Healthcare Manufacturing Site in Dominican Republic.

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  Jabil

  Sept 2022 - now

  Participation in the shaping as well as supports the Corporate / Capabilities’ talent strategy. Alignment regional or plant level people plans to that strategy in collaboration with the appropriate HR teams and business leaders. Acts as a key interface and trusted advisor to senior leaders regarding talent management strategies and solutions along with expert interpretation of assessments. Advises managers on high potential identification and development planning. Leads talent reviews, designs succession plans, and on-boards talent. Provides coaching and career development services, (e.g. differentiated, contracted, peer coaching, on boarding). Show less Participation in the shaping as well as supports the Division’s or Corporate / Capabilities’ talent strategy. Alignment regional or plant level people plans to that strategy in collaboration with the appropriate HR teams and business leaders. Acts as a key interface and trusted advisor to senior leaders regarding talent management strategies and solutions along with expert interpretation of assessments. Advises managers on high potential identification and development planning. Leads talent reviews, designs succession plans, and on-boards talent. Provides coaching and career development services, (e.g. differentiated, contracted, peer coaching, on boarding). Show less

  • Senior Talent Partner Manager - USA

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Senior Talent Partner Manager

    Sept 2022 - Jan 2024