Adam Nowicki, MBA
Granger
Summary
Human Resources professional that is committed to providing leadership, direction, and passion to individuals through the development and support of policies and procedures that contribute to the individual's personal and professional growth. I strive to foster an inclusive and respectful environment for individuals, recognizing that this type of atmosphere contributes to overall co-operation and teamwork.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources
Heartland
01.2017 - Current
- Provided employee relations and leadership development support for over 15 locations and between 1,000-2,500 employees in Indiana, Michigan, and Idaho
- Oversees all aspects of HRIS platform including automated reporting, EDI file feeds, data analytics dashboards, training, and all job related data
- Successfully implemented ADP Workforce Now and Workforce Manager platforms
- Improved data accuracy to >99% through the implementation of default assignments within HRIS platform
- Develops and maintains job descriptions while completing compensation analysis for positions across the company to ensure market competition
- Oversaw a team of 5-10 individuals in the areas of benefits recruiting, on-boarding, HRIS, and payroll
- Reduced on-boarding time 25% through new technology and electronic on-boarding
- Worked on WOTC program that produced $16,000 in tax credits
- Successfully defended company through position statements in 7 EEOC claims
- Created I-9 training, tracking form, and routine self-audit process to ensure 100% compliance of form I-9 requirements
- Moved entire HR department to electronic filing process reducing paper waste by 50%
Human Resources Director
Lippert Components
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Managed and recruited new talent into Management Training program
- Worked with college Athletic Directors, Guidance Counselors, and student unions to recruit and attract top talent into program
- Was responsible for addition of 6 new management trainees through connections with Valparaiso University, Central Michigan, Indiana University, and Miami (OH)
- Assisted 12 locations across the US implement HR initiatives in development, retention, and analytics
Human Resources Business Partner
XPO Logistics
04.2014 - 07.2016
- Business Partner for 26 locations through the United States providing leadership development and employee relations support for approx
- 400 employees
- Developed and implemented First Time Supervisor training through all business segments
- Developed job descriptions and compensation analysis for over 30 positions ensuring competitive pay in individual markets
- Re-classified Expedite call center employees from salary to hourly as outlined under FLSA
- Conducted investigations into claims of harassment and discrimination while successfully defending position in 5 claims
Human Resources Manager
Vickers Engineering
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Managed HR and Safety function for manufacturer of CNC Mill and Lathe components with 200 employees
- Performed I-9 audit, corrected erroneous I-9s, and utilized selfaudit form to ensure 100% compliance of form I-9 requirements
- Administered FMLA leave and worker's compensation
- Created weekly staffing meetings with production leadership to identify training needs, skills assessments, and development of hourly workforce
- Worked with plant leadership on recruiting needs and talent assessment
Human Resources Specialist
NSG Pilkington
12.2011 - 04.2013
Human Resources Generalist
Benteler Automotive Group
09.2008 - 12.2011
Education
B.S. - Business Management (Human Resources Concentration)
Millikin University
Decatur, IL06.2007
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN06.2022
Skills
- Benefits administration
- HR analytics
- Employee relations
- Organizational development
- Workforce planning
- Employment law expertise
- Performance management
- Compensation structuring
- HR software proficiency
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
Heartland
01.2017 - Current
Human Resources Director
Lippert Components
07.2016 - 10.2016
Human Resources Business Partner
XPO Logistics
04.2014 - 07.2016
Human Resources Manager
Vickers Engineering
04.2013 - 02.2014
Human Resources Specialist
NSG Pilkington
12.2011 - 04.2013
Human Resources Generalist
Benteler Automotive Group
09.2008 - 12.2011
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
University of Southern Indiana
B.S. - Business Management (Human Resources Concentration)
Millikin University
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