GIGI MARTINEZ, PHR (713) 844 - 7924

Gigi.Martinez@ext.vallourec.com Bilingual HR Professional with over 15 years’ hands-on experience skilled in Employee Relations, Recruitment (Targeted Selection Behavior-Based Interviewing), Payroll Processing, Policy Development and Implementation, Start-up HR Department, Compensation (Planning, Salary Surveys, Job Description Development), Performance Management, Safety/Accident Reporting/OSHA, Records Management, Benefits Administration, and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCETMK-IPSCO – Baytown, TX 09/2014 – 05/2016HR Manager (Tubular Pipe Manufacturing Plant) Hands-on managing HR activities for all employees including the development and execution of programs and

initiatives in the areas of recruiting, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, leadership and employee development, performance management, and employee relations.

Provide business focused HR functional leadership to an organization of 240-250 employees with emphasis in driving change and performance management. Provide expertise on issues such as employee relations, compensation, benefits, organizational development, talent acquisition, and compliance.

Work with HRIS (ADP) to ensure accuracy of data and information analysis; Audit employee I-9 forms for compliance. Drive corporate initiatives, ensure headcount and costs are optimized and key critical positions are staffed properly;

help infuse talent into the organization to improve bench strength. Work in partnership with corporate HR leadership team to communicate and implement HR programs that support

business goals and drive results, implemented monthly employee meetings and focus groups. Advise management on compensation-related decisions to ensure competitiveness and internal equity. Servant leader assisting and coaching managers regarding employee relations, interviewing and selection,

performance management, retention, and employee development. Experience in workplace investigations and EEOC claims resolution.

Counsel managers through challenging performance management situations and support managers in developing and communicating plans to address areas of improvement. Provide counseling to management regarding employee engagement trends/data to employee engagement survey teams. Assist with annual operations budget for facility.

HOUSTON WIRE & CABLE COMPANY (HWC) – Houston, TX 05/2013 – 08/2014HR Supervisor (Supervise overall activities of 3 HR Representatives in conjunction with HR SOX controls) Participated in developing department goals, objectives, systems, and make recommendations for continual

improvements in efficiency of the department and services performed in conjunction with HWC’s strategies. Provided counseling to management concerning employee relation matters: complaints, discipline, terminations, and

policy interpretation. Handled employee complaints; internal investigations; conducted exit interviews; handled unemployment claims, and TWC hearings.

Assisted HR Director with administration of performance review program and administration of salary/compensation program to ensure effectiveness and equity within organization for 15 distribution centers (500 employees).

Maintained HR statistics/metrics reporting for monthly executive board meetings. Ensured legal compliance and consistency related to employment law: ADA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, etc. Responsible for daily administration of Company’s leave programs and WComp program. Prepared EEO-1 annual filings and OSHA 300A logs for all HWC establishments (15 distribution facilities nationwide).

Participated in Safety Committee meetings. Responsible for benefits administration including: self-insured claims accrual reporting, employee communications,

required notices, 401(k) enrollments, service award program, educational reimbursement program, employee training requests, benefits meetings, annual open enrollment, etc.

Developed and revised policies, programs, and procedures to improve the effectiveness of HR and operations. Handled recruitment for all exempt and nonexempt personnel, and temporary employees. Maintained the work

structure by preparing, editing, and updating job requirements and job descriptions for positions; maintained pay market data for positions through Pay Scale.

THE MEN’S WEARHOUSE, INC. (Logistics/Distribution Center Division) – Houston, TX 11/2006 – 05/2013HR Supervisor (Supervised staff in HR: HR Generalists, Receptionist, and Admin Assistant, Recruiting Assistant, and HR temps) Assisted with day-to-day HR functions for 3 Houston fast-paced operations: BVDC a 1000+ employee-based DC

operation, Glenmont E-Commerce DC, and TwinHill Corporate Apparel, a division of TMW. Provided regional support to 10 TMW DC’s and 25 Transportation Hub’s in the U.S. Researched, analyzed and made recommendations regarding HR processes to improve efficiencies within HR and operations.

Interacted daily with all levels of management to ensure compliance with current federal, state and local laws/ regulations. Assisted with investigations/complaints and recommended appropriate actions; advisor to management on employee relation issues. Developed mass hiring recruitment and on-boarding strategies for 3 new TMW logistics centers: Pittston-PA, Seattle-WA, Bakersfield-CA, in addition to Houston-TX facilities. Set-up and managed job fairs for Distribution/Logistic Centers. Developed DDI Targeted Selection Behavioral-Based Interview Guides for the DC’s and conducted management training (including job analysis/job descriptions).

Recruitment Management: Partnered with state government workforce development agencies to implement recruitment staffing plans and hands-on recruitment experience in the opening of several TMW DC’s.

Developed and implemented background checks policy with internal control procedures and vendor online setup. Developed recruitment statistics to determine cost per hire and recruitment/advertisement costs for peak season staffing needs. Implemented on-line skills assessments to comply with federal testing guidelines. Maintained applicant tracking system (ATS) in PeopleSoft HRIS and upgrades to maximize system’s efficiencies.

Developed and maintained SharePoint web-based internal HR database, developed Internal Job Posting Program, revised New Hire Orientation presentation, and trained HR Admin’s. Assisted IT with implementation of ShareHouse Intranet site and automated HR on-line application, onboarding, and I-9 processes; oversaw 3 resume mailboxes.

NEVADA GOLD & CASINOS, INC. – Houston, TX 01/2006 – 11/2006 HR Manager (Regional) – New York Handled mass recruitment for opening and operation of 2 newly managed gaming facilities (Tioga Downs and Vernon

Downs in New York State with 350-500 employees). Established and managed daily activities of 2 Employment/Training Centers for hiring, onboarding, and training until opening.

Developed casino staffing plan by department and staffing needs to determine pre-opening payroll costs. Developed recruiting strategies to fill open positions; set-up job fairs for Tioga Downs and Vernon Downs facilities. Assisted in the development and implementation of HR Policy/Procedure Manual and Employee Handbook. Oversaw applicant tracking (People-Trak software) and maintained applicant files. Assisted managers and employees in completing position analysis questionnaires and prepared job descriptions. Partnered with NY State Police Casino Detail, NY State Lottery Division & Gaming Commission for compliance with

applications, drug testing, background checks and finger printing requirements (NY State Racing & Wagering Board). Employee relations and investigations; Interacted with management to ensure compliance with laws/ regulations. Assisted with set-up of benefit programs for newly managed gaming facilities with benefits broker (Securance).

HOUSTON ZOO, INC. – Houston, TX 09/2003 – 01/2006HR Generalist/ Employment & Benefits Administrator Assisted with the start-up HR Department (2 people HR Dept.) in the privatization from the City of Houston in 2003. Assisted in development of standard operating procedures and policies pertaining to HR functions. Administered all benefit programs for 300+ employees; conducted new hire orientations. Handled HRIS conversion from Paychex to ABRA (experience in data gathering, analysis, and reporting). Maintained

ABRA HRIS to ensure accuracy and integrity of information; processed HR/Payroll changes bi-weekly. Responsible for annual Benefits Open Enrollment process; handled COBRA, FMLA, and HIPAA notifications.

Counseled management and employees concerning benefits, policies, employment laws, and employee-related issues. Handled all unemployment claims; participated in phone hearings; conducted exit interviews; compiled quarterly turnover reports. Recruitment (job ads/postings, screen resumes, interview, background checks, drug testing, reference checks, job offer letters). Assisted with Compensation Planning and Annual Performance Appraisals; handled Worker’s Compensation injuries/illnesses and updated OSHA log; handled annual EEO-1 filing.

CABOT OIL & GAS CORPORATION (Houston, TX) – HR Representative 10/2000 – 09/2003ALLIED DEVELOPMENT (Houston, TX) - Benefits Coordinator 08/1999 – 10/2000LEISURE MANAGEMENT INTERNATIONAL (Houston, TX) - Human Resources Coordinator 11/1996 – 08/1999

EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Business Management (BSBM), University of Phoenix

CERTIFICATIONSPHR - Professional HR Certification (obtained 1/20/2013)

SHRM-CP - HR Certification (obtained 12/2015)Professional HR Development Certificate of Achievement (Rice University Glasscock School of Continuing Studies 12/2012)

Essentials of HR Management Certificate of Achievement (Rice University Glasscock School of Continuing Studies 10/2008)

Targeted Selection Behavioral-Based Interviewer Trainer & Administrator Certification (DDI - Dallas, TX - 12/2007)

MEMBERSHIPS

HR Houston Professional Membership (since 2003)General Member of Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) since 2004