Celina Henriquez
Los Banos
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources and Payroll professional with over four years of experience supporting full-cycle recruitment, payroll administration, employee onboarding, benefits administration, HR compliance, employee relations, and HRIS management within fast-paced, multi-location organizations. Experienced partnering with leadership to improve HR operations, maintain compliance with California labor laws, support union environments, and deliver exceptional employee experiences. Strong knowledge of Dayforce HCM, Kronos, Microsoft Office, HRIS platforms, payroll processing, onboarding, benefits, and workforce reporting. Combines a strong administrative background with an associate of science in business administration while currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business administration.
Overview
2
2
Languages
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Amazon Flex Deliver Driver
Amazon, Inc.
Bay Area
01.2023 - 07.2025
- Achieved high accuracy in managing daily delivery schedules to enhance reliability.
- Verified package information using mobile technology and tracking systems.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks to support operational efficiency. while consistently meeting performance expectations.
- Maintained detailed documentation and resolved customer issues professionally.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Operated delivery vehicles to ensure timely transportation of packages.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure driving environment.
Professional Development & Family Care
No Employment
San Jose
07.2019 - 05.2025
- Full-time parent
- Earned Associate of Science in Business Administration
- Prepared for return to HR career
Talent Coordinator/Sales Associate
Sephora, Inc.
San Mateo
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Conducted candidate pre-screen interviews and coordinated interview schedules for hiring managers.
- Assisted recruiters throughout the hiring process and maintained applicant records.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and fill vacancies efficiently.
- Conducted initial phone screenings of potential candidates.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while exceeding sales expectations.
- Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, credit, exchanges, and returns while maintaining financial accuracy.
- Maintained knowledge of company policies, compliance requirements, and promotional initiatives.
Human Resource/Payroll Administrator
Draeger's Supermarkets, Inc.
South San Francisco
02.2014 - 10.2018
- Processed employee payroll while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company payroll regulations.
- Processed payroll adjustments, timekeeping corrections, and attendance records.
- Generated payroll reports, HR metrics, workforce analytics, and management reports.
- Administered new hire onboarding, orientation, I-9 documentation, and employee record maintenance.
- Coordinated employee benefits enrollment and employment verification requests.
- Maintained confidential HR records in accordance with company policies.
- Managed Workers' Compensation claims from initiation through resolution.
- Processed California Employment Development Department (EDD) unemployment claims.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations and workplace safety initiatives.
- Supported Union Local 5 collective bargaining agreement compliance.
- Conducted interviews, reference checks, and recruiting activities for multiple departments.
- Partnered with store management to resolve employee relations concerns.
- Trained managers on implementation and usage of a new payroll system.
- Served as the primary HR and payroll resource for multiple store leaders.
- Assisted employees with payroll, benefits, company policies, and HR-related questions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05-2028
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Jose City College
San Jose, CA05-2025
Skills
- Candidate screening
- Employee onboarding
- Payroll administration
- HRIS
- Human resources
- HR reporting
- Kronos system
- Dayforce HCM system
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Teams
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- HR reporting
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Amazon Flex Deliver Driver
Amazon, Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2025
Professional Development & Family Care
No Employment
07.2019 - 05.2025
Talent Coordinator/Sales Associate
Sephora, Inc.
03.2018 - 07.2019
Human Resource/Payroll Administrator
Draeger's Supermarkets, Inc.
02.2014 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
San Jose State University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Jose City College