John-Paul R. Martinez
12341 E. Cedar Circle
Aurora, CO 80012
(303) 898-8985
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a strategic Human Resources management position that utilizes my knowledge (Strategic), skills (i.e. Six Sigma), abilities (i.e. Bilingual-Spanish), and education (M.B.A.) in human resources from experience with Fortune 500 organizations
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Exceptional strategic planning skills including experience in long range planning
Organizational structure of news department & creative services needed realignment
Facilitated the reorganization for multiple television stations in the western region of U.S.
Increased efficiency of news operation & reduced news production costs by 37%
Clear Thinker: Seeks simple solutions to complex problems; considers varied alternatives before selecting solution
Experienced & highly valued employees needed to be retained & attrition reduced
Designed, managed, & evaluated targeted training initiatives & organizational development programs
Reduced attrition rate by 18% within 9 months and prevent key losses of several highly valued employees
Energizing: Displays can-do and optimistic attitude, frequently recognizes contributions of others and ensures equity
Inequitable salary structure and compensation discrepancies between business units needed to be addressed
Initiated and coordinated a Market Salary Analysis for business units in question
Implemented market salary adjustments for 42% of employees in applicable business units
Resourceful/Committed: Willing to tackle difficult issues and persevere until appropriate solution is reached for the organization and for its employees
Existence of significant integrity issues committed by vice president of operations needed to be appropriately presented to executive leadership
Prudently documented and investigated all aspects of noncompliance and integrity issues
Resolved compliance issues and successfully facilitated the exit of the vice president
Inclusiveness/Diversity: Emphasize the appropriate dissemination of company information to all employees in a medium that can be understood by all employees
Presence of large Hispanic employee population required the cultural interpretation and language translation of critical documents, policies, and regulations
Managed a translation project of all pertinent company information for employees whose primary language is Spanish
Improved communication with Spanish-speaking employees and created an increased positive work environment
EDUCATION
Purdue University
B.A. Psychology (Industrial Organization/Human Resources)
B.S. Biochemistry (Biology)
Indiana Wesleyan University
Master of Business Administration- HR emphasis
Six Sigma Green Belt Training
Trilingual English, Spanish, American Sign Language
WORK EXPERIENCE
General Electric/NBC-Universal/Telemundo
Human Resources Director (2006 )
Multi-site responsibility for GEs NBC-Universal Television Stations Division
Provide strategic human resource leadership and manage the Human Resources Departments for multiple television stations
Collaborate with Vice Presidents of Station Operations and other top executives regarding departmental issues/policies
Provide HR advice and counsel to department heads on HR initiatives
Manage all GE/NBC Universal HR Processes including employee staffing, human resources review, salary planning, performance management and GE Opinion Surveys
Facilitation and leadership of key station initiatives requiring human resources involvement
Facilitate the restructure/consolidation of news operation facilities and incorporate the new operation structure into an existing production facility including:
Relocation of key employees to consolidation facility
Severance packages and job search assistance to those not relocating
Appropriate staffing of consolidation facility
Oversee and coordinate all recruitment and hiring process endeavors
Correspond with temporary agencies and recruiters to meet staffing needs
Oversee new hire orientation and training
Coordinate with department managers to determine staffing needs
Spearhead special projects including:
Realignment of a department to enhance 24/7 operation
Determine equitable compensation for all station positions
Help initiate new safety programs and security measures
Other job responsibilities include organization and staffing, change management, organizational development, compensation, employee relations, employee development and training, compliance programs, and the facilitation of conflict resolution
R. R. Donnelley
Human Resources Business Partner (2004 2006)
Partner with executive management to develop and implement strategic HR solutions with appropriate allocation of human capital resources
Develop, implement, and supervise all strategic staffing solutions including recruitment and selection for all position levels both hourly and salary
Internal business partner/consultant for all support areas of facility including any and all HR related matters
Design, manage, and evaluate targeted training initiatives and organizational development programs including curriculum development to enrich and to retain employees
Implement career development and succession plan programs for employees
Serve as Spanish/English liaison, interpreter/translator
Inclusion coordinator to ensure effective and thorough communication for entire facility
Manage compensation programs and merit increases
Perform investigations regarding a myriad of issues
Review and revise company policies/work rules
Wabash National Corporation
Human Resources Supervisor/Generalist (2002 2004)
Administer effective recruitment program: interview, screen, and recruit applicants to fill entry level, professional, technical, and temporary job openings; assist in writing and creating advertisements
Facilitate and/or provide various training for new hires, supervisors, and Human
Resources personnel, including union avoidance
Partner with management and employees to communicate and to administer various Human Resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations
Address and resolve employee relations issues, performing investigations as needed
Prepare and complete various employment law and/or governmental reports/forms, such as the VETS 100 Report and unemployment claims
Identify/address safety issues within the organization
Perform benefits administration: FMLA, STD, LTD, COBRA, 401(k), health insurance, etc. information and updates, including claim initiation
Administer compensation program: Analyze jobs, evaluate pay practices, monitor
salary budgets, make recommendations for the implementation of new programs, policies, and procedures, and implement performance management evaluation process
Conduct labor market studies to determine competitive compensation and benefits
Policy writing and coordinating revisions/changes for Employee Handbook
Represent organization in community events, civic organizations, & educational activities
Lafayette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Corporate Trainer/Lead Analytical Chemist (2002 2003)
Developed, managed, and implemented various training curriculum including compliance training, SOPs, IOPs, and MTDs
Trained new employees on various analytical instruments/techniques and other processes
Performed various analytical/chemical tests on pharmaceutical/chemical compounds
Performed audits to ensure compliance had been met in accordance with SOPs and IOPs
Assisted in the writing and development of laboratory SOPSs, and MTDs
SSCI, Inc.
Analytical Research Specialist/Training Specialist (2001 2002)
Performed various analytical tests on pharmaceutical/chemical compounds
Developed, managed, and implemented various training curriculum including compliance training, SOPs, IOPs, and MTDs
Trained new employees on various analytical instruments/techniques and other processes
Performed audits to ensure compliance in accordance with SOPs and IOPs
Performed instrumental investigations and troubleshooting
Assisted in writing reports for clients
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Trilingual
Fluent in Spanish
Moderately proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish
CPR/First Aid Certified
Competent in cGMP/cGLP, FDA, and OSHA standards and regulations
Software
Operating systems: DOS, Windows (all platforms), Windows NT, Apple Mac OS, UNIX, and Linux. Office Suite: Microsoft Office (all platforms) HRIS systems: Lawson, Kronos, Oracle, BrassRing, Peoplesoft, AS400, etc.
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