Director of HR | HR Manager | Employee & Labor Relations | Training | Performance & Project Management | Compensation

1. Eric Cannon, PHR, SHRM-CP
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
630-618-0824
e-cannon@sbcglobal.net
www.linkedin.com/in/ericfcannon
PROFILE
Skilled and highly trained Human Resources Leader with diverse experience in employee and
labor relations, career development, training, coaching and other human resource related
programs. Proven record in the management of employee concerns and performance issues,
and lead workplace investigations until resolution. Successful design and implementation of
effective training programs in supervision, on-boarding of new associates, maximizing employee
performance, and substance abuse plans. Provided leadership for the management team in the
administration of all human resource programs. Subject matter expert in Conflict Resolution,
Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Benefit Administration, Assessment, Employee
Engagement and Negotiations.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc., Chicago, Illinois
Director of Human Resources 2014 – 2016
Directed leadership and workforce on day to day and strategic human resources activities for
the organization. Internal expert for all specific and broad human resources issues.
• Developed and implemented new Annual and Mid-year Performance Management and
Evaluation system
• Created total rewards, compensation plan and salary structure
• Designed and implemented department standard operating procedures for critical path
areas
• Led organization in two year growth expansion adding staff using innovative approaches to
secure top talent
• Responsible for domestic and international Human Resources activities
Pivotal Home Solutions an AGL Resources Company, Naperville, Illinois
Manager Human Resources and Employee Relations 2013 – 2014
Served as the human relations expert for more than 400 employees. Responsibilities included
growing the company’s retail environment, supporting work groups and training leadership.
• Collaborated with senior management and leadership to conduct performance management
and development review at the end of 2013 to rank employee performance for bonuses,
salary increases, and potential succession plans
• Implemented strategic programs to enhance career development and diversity training
• Consulted with leadership to effectively resolve disputes and escalated dismissal situations
• Coached supervisors on federal and state employment law, departmental policies and
regulations to ensure compliance
• Counseled and guided leadership on employee workplace injuries and ADA issues

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Nicor Gas an AGL Resources Company, Naperville, Illinois
Manager Human Resource and Employee Relations 2012 – 2013
HR Consultant, Labor Relations, HR Representative 1992 – 2012
Directed human resources field work in Illinois operations for 2,000 employees, exempt, non-
exempt and union workforce; collaborated with other HR professionals at corporate locations
throughout the country. Ensured employees and supervisors were in alignment with corporate
policies and procedures as well as state and federal laws.
• Negotiated labor agreements, provided labor counseling and provided crisis management
for high-profile incidents and union grievances
• Trained supervisors and managers on accurate and effective management of employees in
regard to Human Resources and Safety and Legal policies and procedures. Ensured all
actions were within compliance
• Developed and implemented substance abuse plan to provide all employees with access to
necessary information and resources
• Managed compliance with labor union contracts and quickly and efficiently resolved
disputes; negotiated to create agreements that adequately addressed needs of
management as well as union members
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois
Human Resources Certificate, DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION & ASSOCIATIONS
Professional in Human Resources (PHR), HR Certification Institute
Certified Professional (CP), Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Human Resources Management Association of Chicago
Illinois Chamber
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
Diversity and Inclusion (Micro Messaging)
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
Legal Update for Illinois Employers
Technical Assistance Seminar (EEOC Training Institute)
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel. PowerPoint)
ADP Payroll, Deltek & PeopleSoft