Carla L.

Bange, MBA, SPHR-CA

San Diego, CA 92131-4769 Phone: (858) 578-6148 Mobile: (858) 382-9251 E-mail: clisette@san.rr.com www.linkedin.com/in/carlabange/ OBJECTIVE HR Director, Manager or HR Business Partner position where proven strong leadership, effective conflict resolution and analysis, excellent communication, and innovative problem solving skills will be used to facilitate positive relationships linking people and business strategies. BACKGROUND SUMMARY Successful business experience in supervisory/management positions highlighted by over twenty years human resource management expertise and knowledge including employee relations, compliance, organizing and systematizing, strategic planning, change management, and hands-on responsibility for recruitment, hiring, orientation, affirmative action planning, labor relations, employee relations, employee development and training, benchmarking, policies and procedures, benefits and compensation, workers compensation, safety, security, health and wellness programs, and payroll. SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS Successfully passed OFCCP desk audit with no findings for defense contractor. Planned, coordinated and carried out project to e-Verify 4,600 employees in a 2-month period, facilitating the resolution of Tentative NonConfirmations (TNCs) with no involuntary turnover. Created full affirmative action program (AAP), with complete statistical analysis, for electronics manufacturer. Designed training records database to support ISO 9000:2001 program with over 2,300 courses, work instructions & standards, 100 programs and 30 certifications. Developed supervisory training program for pharmaceutical manufacturer, including needs assessment & implemented long-term intensive training program for 40+ managers and supervisors. Significantly contributed to the reduction of: loss-time due to employee injuries (-96%), restricted work case rate (-67%), and OSHA recordables (-78%) through active workers compensation case management as well as development and presentation of safety training programs. Turned around poor record of EEOC discrimination complaints and wrongful discharge claims by implementing a documented disciplinary procedure for customer service department. Implemented flextime scheduling with job-share and work-share options for mortgage loan servicing company resulting in a measurable improvement in employee morale and productivity (increased collections). Organized plant ergonomic study, developed and implemented Ergonomics and Repetitive Motion Injury (RMI) Programs. Performed extensive job analysis. Wrote and trained 25 leads/safety reps on work-related injury procedures; developed safety training program. SB198 Safety Coordinator.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (defense aerospace manufacturer), Poway, CA HR Manager III. (2011 to 2013) Lead team of 15 HR professionals supporting the Engineering and R&D client group of approximately 1800 employees in the areas of staffing, employee relations, compensation, HRIS data entry, on-boarding, training and processes. HR Compliance Manager. Prepare Affirmative Action Plans (AAP) to ensure federal contractor compliance. Lead employee relations investigations and hotline complaint investigations to satisfactory resolution, balancing the employees and the companys needs. Provide monthly legal updates and train HR and management staff. Assist with performing and preparing for a variety of audits. Special projects as assigned. (2008 to 2011) TEAL Electronics Corporation (electronics manufacturer), San Diego, CA Director of Human Resources. Revised employee handbook and published online. Researched, selected and implemented HRIS system. Designed layout for company career website and developed Internet recruiting strategy. Excellent vendor management. Created and implemented new hire orientation and alignment process resulting in high (95%) satisfaction survey results. Instrumental in appraisal timeliness turnaround (from 70% to 99% on-time). Heavy interviewing responsibilities, including executive recruitment. Researched and rolled-out insurance coverage and provider changes. Facilitated employee focus groups; developed and marketed employee motivation programs. Company recipient of Workplace Excellence 2005, Great Place to Work, Best Company to Work for in San Diego, and Athena Pinnacle Awards. (1999-2008) Sealy & Company, Inc. (commercial real estate & property management), Shreveport, LA Human Resources Director. Created new human resources function. Directed all aspects of HR, policies and procedures, employee training and development, compensation, and benefits. Developed bonus and performance management programs. Strong presentation skills. Integral member of strategic management team. (1997-1999) Zenith Goldline Pharmaceuticals (generic pharmaceutical manufacturer), Shreveport, LA Human Resources Manager. Handled all facets of human resources, payroll, and employee wellness and safety for federal contractor regulated by FDA and DEA. Designed and implemented Supervisory Training Program. OSHA reporting and compliance. Affirmative action plan recordkeeping. Led Training and Security/Surveillance Task Teams. Facilitated plant closure including WARN guidelines and coordinated NAFTA benefits. (1993-1997) EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MBA, Centenary College, Shreveport, LA BSBA, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA Major: Business Mgmt, Minor: Psychology Certified as a Senior Professional of Human Resources (SPHR) Lifetime - CA Certified 2007 Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) National Member SDSU CES HR Certificate Program Instructor, Performance Management 2007 - Present Situational Leadership Program Trainer Center for Leadership Studies 2009 2010 San Diego HR Professional of the Year Finalist Green Belt Six Sigma Certified CPR/First Aid Certified Graduate of the Dale Carnegie Course VP Education, Certification Study Group Instructor, San Diego SHRM Chapter 2006 & 2008 1998 Persy Award Recipient HR Professional of the Year NWLA SHRM Chapter Past-President, Northwest Louisiana Society for Human Resource Management (NWLA SHRM)