Experience

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  Kroger

  Feb 2007 - May 2016

  Senior Human Resources Manager in a manufacturing facility with three labor unions. I led and directed my team to manage all HR employee lifecycle functions (recruiting, onboarding, benefits, performance management, labor relations, off-ramping), as well as training & development, and oversaw safety and regulatory compliance. A few notable accomplishments:• Restructured production union jobs including new shifts, scheduling, and job responsibilities, resulting in a 75% reduction of called-off shifts within three months• Completely reconstructed recruiting, selection, and onboarding processes, providing an 80% reduction of time invested and 60% reduction of new hire turnover• Delivered facility’s highest-ever employee engagement scores• Established highly-structured New Hire Orientation and 90-day growth plan, introducing basic production processes, finance, Continuous Improvement methods, and advanced food safety Show less Having already earned an SPHR, I filled the role of a Corporate HR Manager from 2011-2012. A lengthy medical leave arose that needed to be filled for about a year. I performed that role full-time while overseeing management of the Corporate Learning Services department. During that time, I provided all HR support for ~1000 corporate associates, including organizational development, professional development, and consultation services to corporate executives and their teams.As Manager of Corporate Learning Services, I provided learning and development services for 4000+ associates of Kroger's corporate headquarters and offices in multiple locations. I designed and managed two Learning Resource Centers and a computer training lab, and created and implemented strategic plan to meet development needs for all associates. I used assessments to determine needs and priorities and I provided performance consulting as well as career development and coaching. Created, sourced, and implemented learning solutions, ensuring sound usage of adult learning principles and outcomes to meet business goals. Managed facilitators of classroom instruction, vendor relationships, and university partnerships. Show less

  • Senior Human Resources Manager

    Apr 2012 - May 2016

  • Interim Corporate Human Resources Manager AND Manager, Corporate Learning Services

    Feb 2007 - Apr 2012
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  Johnson controls

  May 2016 - Apr 2017

  Senior human resources business partner

  Helped to develop and maintain a customer-focused, continuous-improvement culture in a long-term union environment. Lead all Human Resources operations, labor relations, and employee lifecycle functions.

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  Sugar foods corporation

  Apr 2017 - Sept 2018

  Senior human resources manager

  Key member of the facility's leadership team with ownership of all HR systems and processes in a facility of 600+ employees: recruiting, hiring, onboarding, compensation, performance management, training, engagement, discipline, separations. Facility was the company flagship, containing both production and warehousing/distribution.

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  Orange county clerk of courts

  Sept 2018 - now

  Manager of organizational development

  I work for a government agency that defies many stereotypes about government jobs. Our hard-working teams are highly focused on customer service--with accuracy AND a smile! My privilege as OD Manager is to support these great people and help them continue to excel, both now and in the future. As an organization, we are sensitive to the fact that coming to a courthouse can be an intimidating experience, regardless of the reason they are here. We treat our customers with respect, dignity, and concern and strive to make every interaction with our offices the best they can be. Check out all the great things happening at the Orange County Clerk of Courts on our website: www.myorangeclerk.com Show less