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Onika Brown

Bremerton,WA

Summary

Dynamic HR professional with proven expertise in change management and associate relations, honed at Bimbo Bakeries USA and Honda of South Carolina Mfg. Excelled in leveraging ADP Solutions and Microsoft Office Suite to enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for strong leadership in HRIS audits, improving compliance by 30%, and fostering inclusive, high-performance cultures.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Relations Generalist

Bimbo Bakeries USA
Kent, WA
07.2019 - Current
  • Change Agent and a Business Partner to their Plant Manager
  • Responsible for the ownership of all initiatives for the plant that are related to the Human Relations Function
  • Assist in managing headcount, turnover, exit interviews, and HR invoice processing
  • Maintain current job descriptions as positions evolve with management regarding staffing and organizational needs
  • Conduct new associate orientation sessions and other HR related training programs such as Direct Store Delivery Excellence (DSDE), 2020 GB Leader, Diversity and Inclusion, Labor Relations and Respect in the Workplace
  • Facilitate new hire safety orientation training and additional training needs assessments as needed by the plants
  • Administering the annual Benefits Open Enrollment Process, Safety Perception survey, Pulse quarterly survey, etc
  • And answering and responding timely to associates HR inquiries
  • Assisting HR Manager with developing and implementing effective positive associate relations programs and administration of rewards & recognition
  • Act as the HR point of contact in the bakery to support the recruiting for salaried and hourly positions managed through the Centers of Excellence
  • Maintain, deliver and continuously improve an effective on-boarding program for new hires aligned with corporate and local requirements driving retention of top talent
  • Create, deliver and manage an annual hourly staffing plan
  • Manage the pipeline of key talent for BBU by managing open positions through the full recruitment life cycle for hourly level positions and salaried positions within the facilities
  • In the absence of the HR Manager, required to interview all salaried candidates
  • Responsible for compliance management for the recruitment files (e.g., resumes, interview notes, calibration and selection process)
  • Own and drive the process for the plants in regards to associate profiles, goal setting, development plans, midyear reviews, annual goal evaluation and succession planning
  • Required to live, engage in, and coach others on the E5 Behaviors
  • Change management facilitation and organizational consulting with all levels of associates supporting our Manufacturing Transformation goals
  • Manage the maintenance of HR files and I-9’s for compliance
  • Transparent partner by working with the people managers to determine appropriate course of action with regard to staffing, hiring, performance management, safety and/or attendance concerns
  • Partner as a coach with salaried leaders and participate in hourly meetings with supervisors and associates
  • Lead the process and communication for annual merit and performance reviews
  • Administer and interpret company Policies and CBA’s representing the organization (and/or assisting the HR Manager) in personnel and employment law compliance related investigations, grievances and hearings, etc
  • HR Business Partner supporting Manufacturing Transformation
  • Manage monthly HRIS audits and Requisitions
  • Create and report out on HR metrics identifying key trends and the ability to recommend improvements
  • Assist and support all HR activities/other duties as needed
  • Partners effectively with direction; works primarily as an individual contributor

Business Administrative Staff

Honda of South Carolina Mfg.
Timmonsville, SC
07.2015 - 07.2019
  • Human Resources-Associate Relations
  • Recruit and qualify potential internal candidates
  • Organized the scheduling of interviews
  • Support Benefits Administration
  • Experienced with federal, state, and local laws
  • Background Checks
  • Strong Time Keeping
  • Strong Investigation and Documentation Skills
  • Project Management
  • Lead in Non-Exempt Evaluations

Education

Bachelors - Human Service MGMT

University of Phoenix
Tacoma, WA
05.2007

Associate of Arts and Science -

Olympic College
Bremerton, WA
06.2003

Diploma - college prep/general studies

Bremerton High School
Bremerton, WA
06.1994

Skills

  • Experience with ADP Solutions
  • UltiPro Application Knowledge
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Kronos System Utilization
  • Proficient in PeopleSoft HRIS
  • Skilled in Background Software Utilization

Timeline

Human Relations Generalist

Bimbo Bakeries USA
07.2019 - Current

Business Administrative Staff

Honda of South Carolina Mfg.
07.2015 - 07.2019

Bachelors - Human Service MGMT

University of Phoenix

Associate of Arts and Science -

Olympic College

Diploma - college prep/general studies

Bremerton High School
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