Certified Human Resources Professional with over 20 years of experience across various industries. Expertise includes Benefits Administration, Compensation, Payroll, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Recruiting, and Training/Development. Proven track record in managing HR teams to ensure compliance and enhance workforce programs. Skilled in recruitment, retention, mediation, and developing HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Consultant
Independent Self Employed
Warminster
08.2024 - Current
Partner with manufacturing clients to deliver strategic and operational HR solutions, including workforce planning, compliance, and organizational design.
Conduct HR audits, policy development, and employee relations coaching to mitigate risk and strengthen workplace culture.
Design and implement HRIS enhancements, compensation benchmarking, and benefits strategies to support cost-effective growth.
Facilitate leadership coaching, succession planning, and culture change initiatives to improve engagement and retention.
Provide executive-level reporting with HR analytics and KPIs to inform business decision-making and demonstrate ROI.
Managed recruitment processes for various positions across multiple departments.
Developed and implemented employee onboarding programs to enhance integration.
Facilitated training sessions to improve staff skills and knowledge retention.
Provided guidance on employee relations issues to maintain a positive work environment.
Conducted performance evaluations to ensure alignment with company goals.
Analyzed HR metrics to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
Coordinated benefits administration and addressed employee inquiries effectively.
Developed and implemented human resources policies, procedures, and best practices.
Ensured compliance with labor laws and company policies in all HR practices.
Managed workers' compensation claims by coordinating medical care and other services needed by injured employees.
Advised supervisors on disciplinary actions when necessary while ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Maintained records of all leave requests according to company policy.
Director of Human Resources
ThermOmegaTech
Warminster
01.2021 - 01.2024
Develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for all associates.
Participates in implementing and annually updates the compensation program; maintains and monitors the performance evaluation program.
Assists in developing, recommending, maintaining, and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
Performs benefits administration to include vendor management, open enrollment, claims resolution, change reporting, invoices for payment, and annual re-evaluation of benefits plans for cost-effectiveness.
Full cycle recruitment for all exempt, nonexempt, and temporary workers; writes job descriptions and places postings; works with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checking, drug, and background checks; extends job offers and onboards new hires.
Employee relations coach and counseling.
Establishes and maintains department records and reports.
Ensures compliance and documentation with all federal, state, and local employment laws.
Represents the company in conflict situations regarding employee disciplinary actions, including documentation, suspension, and termination.
Perform weekly payroll processing using Paycom HRIS/Payroll system.
Director of Human Resources
Assero Services/Visneta
Newtown
01.2017 - 01.2021
As a Department of One: Overseeing and managing the Human Resources Department for two (2) multi-state companies.
Ensure the company and employees follow all legal, regulatory, and compliance regulations.
Process and manage bi-weekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now.
Determine company employee policies and ensure those policies are enforced.
Employee relations, including employee advocacy and helping employees and managers settle work-related conflicts through conducting investigations, advice, and recommendations.
Oversee recruiting, including orientation and onboarding, and improve employee retention.
Work with department heads on employee development and training activities.
Oversee administration of benefits, workers' compensation claims, unemployment compensation claims, FMLA, and other leaves.
Work with other departments, including Operations and Accounting, on time-and-attendance, and payroll matters.
Plan and participate in safety, morale-building, and other employee events.
Recommend new programs and solutions to senior management and partners.
Manager and administrator of day-to-day employee benefits administration.
Manage annual benefits open enrollment, including broker selection, vendor management, contract design negotiations and renewal, communications packets, employee meetings, employee benefits selection, and employee confirmations.
Human Resources Manager
Teikoku USA Inc. /Chempump
Warminster
01.2008 - 01.2017
As a Department of One: Department Manager and Administrator of all Human Resource functions for multi-state facilities.
Established HRIS system using ADP Workforce Now to formally track all employee human resources, benefits, and payroll information.
Deliver effective communication and compliance with all Human Resources best practices regarding company policy and procedures, employee handbook and guidelines, benefits administration, payroll administration, performance review, and government regulations.
Manage and answer inquiries from management and employees on diverse topics such as harassment investigations, discrimination charges, EEOC, FMLA, FLSA, ADA, disciplinary action, terminations, policy development, workers' compensation, and OSHA.
Conduct full-cycle recruiting for all exempt and non-exempt personnel by identifying candidates. Perform resume screening, phone screening, personal interviews, technical evaluations, reference checking, background/criminal screening, drug testing, and extending offer letters.
Manage new hire orientation for all exempt and non-exempt personnel, including management, administration, technical, production, and clerical personnel.
Ensure a positive attitude toward employees, company policy, and company core values.
Champion of Teikoku USA Inc. Best Place to Work Pa (Award 2011).
Provide advice/counsel to employees and managers for performance and behavioral disciplinary actions, terminations, sexual harassment, and other employee complaint investigations.
Facilitate training, including interview skills, harassment avoidance, employment law, and safety.
Provide and manage HR Services, including HR audits, policy and procedures, handbook development, employee opinion surveys, wage & salary surveys, compensation, employee recognition, and company events.
Provide strategic business assessment and Human Resources planning, particularly during company acquisition (2010) and loss of major orders.
Manage and direct day-to-day employee benefits administration.
Manage annual benefits open enrollment, including broker selection, vendor management, contract design negotiations and renewal, communications packets, employee meetings, employee benefits selection, and employee confirmations.
Manager and administrator of leave programs (FMLA, continuous illness, STD, workers' compensation and LTD).
Manage and administer bi-weekly payroll for all hourly and salary employees.
Education
Professional Human Resources Management -
Villanova University
01.2012
Temple University
01.1996
Skills
Policy development and compliance
HR analytics and reporting
Workforce planning and talent management
Employee onboarding and orientation
Compensation benchmarking and administration
Leadership coaching and performance evaluation
Risk mitigation strategies
Interviewing and pre-employment screening
HR policies and procedures management
Training program development
Mergers and acquisitions support
Hiring and retention strategies
HRIS and payroll management
Records maintenance and documentation
Management consulting expertise
Multitasking proficiency
Certification
Society of Human Resource Managers - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), 01/01/15
Professional in Human Resources (PHR), HR Certification Institute, 01/01/09
Member, Greater Valley Forge Human Resources Association (GVFHRA), 01/01/09
Member, Philadelphia Human Resources Association (PHRA), 01/01/09
Professional Human Resources Management, Villanova University, 01/01/09
Member, Mid Atlantic Employers Association (MEA), 01/01/08
Member, National Human Resources Association (NHRA), 01/01/08
Member, World at Work, 01/01/05
Member, Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), 01/01/05
Certified Human Resources Professional with demonstrated expertise in manufacturing and real estate environments with Benefits Administration, Compensation, Payroll Administration, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Recruiting, Training/Development, and Rewards/Recognition.