Gilbert Gudino, PHR

Experience

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  Sycamore Property Management

  Jan 2000 - Aug 2004

  Human Resources Representative

  Sycamore Property Management = residential property management firmI was responsible for the day to day administration of employee-related matters including employee relations, conduct open enrollment/new hire orientation meetings, primary timekeeper and processed payroll (ADP PCPW).Summary of duties and responsibilitiesAssist site managers with employee relation issues and document investigation results.Translate benefit enrollment materials and present in English and Spanish.Coordinate and lead new hire orientation meetings in English and SpanishMaintain attendance tracking spreadsheets and leave of absence for all employees.Scan employee file contents into a network repository.Verify time clock punches for employees and amend timecards as needed.Audit employee benefit premiums to reconcile payroll register and benefit invoices.Distribute and handle garnishment and wage order assignments. Show less

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  Deluxe

  Aug 2004 - Jan 2007

  Human Resources Specialist

  Deluxe Laboratories - post-production film development company that distributed the films to all major movies theaters across the world.Responsible for administration of union employees’ leave of absences, layoffs/recalls, performance improvement plans and grievance process - approximately 600+ union employees. In addition, providing administrative support in reconciling HR monthly budget report, 401(k) enrollments/contributions, auditing/preparation workers compensation premiums and other special projects as assigned.Payroll system - ADP PCPWProject Management - implementation of new HRIS (Personality 2000) in both US and Canada.Summary of duties and responsibilitiesConduct open enrollment benefit meetings in English and Spanish.Administer 401(k), health and welfare insurance and supplemental insurance plans enrollments forms.Maintain union roster and track employment status for 600+ employees.Screen applicants for union position and conduct new hire orientation meetings.Implement and manage the installation process of a new HRIS system (Personality 2000).Liaison between IT, payroll and HR representatives to streamline implementation process of a new HRIS system.Develop training modules and materials for HRIS system and lead a training session at all facilities.Administer an attendance tracking system and issue corrective action notices to employees.Assist with employee relations issues for non-union and union employees across all entities.Conducted workplace investigation for alleged violations of company policies and procedures including harassment, discrimination, and hostile work environment.Document investigation findings to be used as discoverable items during union or non-union grievance hearings, arbitrations or litigation.Partner with line supervisors and senior management to resolve employee relation issues. Show less

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  The Hain Celestial Group

  Mar 2007 - Sept 2007

  Human Resources Specialist (Contract role)

  Hain Celestial Group/Jason Natural Products - manufacturing plant and distribution center of natural and organic beauty products.Temporary assignment - brought on board to expedite the installation of ADP ezLabor along with biometric time clocks. Conducted new hire/open enrollment meetings Spanish, assisted with employee relations investigations, and created an Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP) in partnership with third-party vendor. Summary of duties and responsibilitiesSuccessfully implement time and attendance software (ADP ezLabor).Provide on-going training to managers, supervisor and line staff on how to utilize ADP ezLabor.Process multi-state payroll for 200 employees and administer overtime approvals, time off requests and state and federal leaves of absence.Conduct employee relations investigations as needed and draft appropriate documentation for the file.Conduct new hire orientations, benefits overviews and exit interviews for all staff levels.Coordinate and conduct benefit presentations and on-site safety training at all three locations.Audit plan participation against payroll deduction report to ensure accuracy and facilitate journal entries.Implement and draft Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP) across three different locations.Partner with insurance broker to optimize our Safety Awareness Campaign. Show less

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  Williams Lea

  Oct 2007 - Jul 2011

  Senior Human Resources Business Partner

  Williams Lea - global business process outsourcing firm servicing major law firms and large companies' needs from reprographics associates to staffing entire onsite IT departments. I was assigned to support an employee base of approximately 400+ employees and responsible for providing general HR guidance and counsel to managers based at satellite offices across the Western Region. Other duties included event planning for the regional office, managing employee recognition program, tuition reimbursement, and other special projects as assigned. Key project - roll out of UltiPro and creation of end-sure training materials.Summary of duties and responsibilitiesCollaborate with onsite managers and senior leadership team to resolve complex employee relations issues as needed across multiple sites located across the nation (400+ employee base).Provide guidance and counsel to employees at all levels with matters pertaining to benefits, career development, and disciplinary process.Facilitate training including New Hire Orientation, Harassment-Free Workplace, Customer Service, HR Training for supervisors and other training material as needed.Manage employee recognition program, tuition reimbursement plan, and other regional projects as assigned.Assist with the implementation of HRIS including developing training materials for employee, manager and HR self-service modules.Responsible for the transition and new hire process of in-sourced and outsourced employees during acquisitions of new clients.Provide overall regional office support and assist with event planning for company-sponsored events. Show less

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  First Legal

  Aug 2011 - Dec 2013

  Head of Human Resources

  First Legal Support Services - attorney support firm provide court reporting, file processing, file service, reprographic and other services to law firms across the nation.Successfully restructured the HR function to form a dynamic partnership with operational leaders. Responsibilities included benefit plan redesign to meet Affordable Care Act guidelines, address employee relation issues, revise job descriptions, provide general counsel and guidance to the management team and track/improve employee morale by creating employee-centric initiatives.Summary of duties and responsibilitiesProvide administrative counsel, strategic operational guidance, and risk mitigation for 500+ employee base and 40 line managers and supervisors.Responsible for full-cycle recruitment of management to C-level positions for 5 different niche divisions.Prepare job descriptions based on a job analysis and needs assessment for all positions.Ensure legal compliance with all applicable local/state/federal legislation across multi-state facilities.Lead employee engagement survey team responsible for surveying all staff and developing and implementing action plans to address employee concerns. Show less

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  Universal Music Group

  Jan 2014 - Nov 2016

  Director, Human Resources

  The main point of contact for all aspects of HR operations for Interscope, Verve, UMG Logistics, and UMG Master Studios - Eastern and Western regions. Supporting approximately 300+ employees in a fast-paced, creative and evolving landscape. Project management included employee-centric events including National Bring Your Kids to Work Day, IGA internships and other HR department initiatives. Assigned as a point of contact for union matters involving Local 174 (OPEIU), Local 700 (IATSE) and Local 45 (IBEW). Show less

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  JDK Manufacturing

  Jan 2017 - Aug 2017

  Human Resources Consultant (Contract role)

  Short term consultant contract with emphasis on achieving local/state/federal compliance and building a scalable HR infrastructure to support operational needs.

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  Nexstar Advertising

  Sept 2017 - Dec 2019

  Human Resources Business Partner

  Supported Nexstar Digital marketing agency business units based in California.Directed and administer all aspects of HR including employee relations and engagement, talent and performance management, compliance and corporate liaison.Counseled and coach management on corporate practices, policies, regulations and other sensitive HR issues.Created and maintain a culture focused on operational excellence, employee retention, andengagement.Worked with department heads to develop career path from entry-level to management roles.Partnered with learning and development resources to implement management trainingprograms. Show less

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  Kantar

  Jan 2020 - Apr 2020

  Human Resources Business Partner

  Provided HR support to managing directors in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle as well as guide and counsel senior managers across the Western Region.Advised line managers and employees on development opportunities to align themselves with corporate initiatives and opportunities.Worked with corporate CoEs to roll out national and global HR initiatives to enhance the employee satisfaction and engagement.Met with employees to solicit employee satisfaction input, address issues/concerns, and escalate as appropriate to HR and Operations senior management.Coached and mentor employees through employment relation issues, career transitions and individual goals.Encouraged managers to adopt a performance driven culture and support them in the implementation of reward and recognition strategies.Provided assistance to management with regards to employee relations issues, appropriate disciplinary and termination actions, compliance with state and federal employment laws and regulations, and HR policies and procedures.Evaluated current team members and identifies areas for training and improvement. Show less

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  Orora Packaging Solutions

  Jan 2021 - Jun 2022

  Human Resources Business Partner - Southwest Region

  Responsible for providing support to 7 divisions (300+ employees) including Denver, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.Redesigned onboarding for new hires and created incentive programs to improve engagement during pandemic.Spearhead and piloted records retention project in Southwest region - goal is to digitize all historic and current employment records by end of Q2.Investigate employee relations issues involving harassment, discrimination, and physical confrontation in the workplace.Guide, counsel, and train managers at all levels on various topics including managing difficult situations, delivering performance improvement plans, and workplace etiquette.Partner with Regional Safety Manager to make sure all divisions follow appropriate safety guidelines, processes, and procedures.Conduct routine safety audits and review near misses during division site visits.Maintain open door policy by conducting virtual meetings with employees to address questions, concerns, and other issues during pandemic. Show less

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  Company 3

  Jul 2022 - now

  Senior Human Resources Business Partner - Company 3

  Happy to be a part of an awesome team!