1. Elliot J. Gamble Sr. HR Business Partner
3409 Orchard Street Hapeville, GA | (850) 212-7848 | ElliotJGamble@gmail.com| www.linkedin.com/in/elliotgamble
Executive Summary
A motivated and results focused Human Resource executive with over 8 years of experience increasing leadership roles
within complex operations, supervising diverse teams and managing challenging programs and assignments that
include recruitment and retention, conflict resolution, change management, labor relations and benefits administration.
Experience working in in both union and non-union environments as well as bio-technology industries.
ProfessionalExperience
Sr. HR Business Partner,Medimmune; A division of Astra Zeneca: Greater PA Area 11/13-Present
Field based human resources strategic partner with focus on aligning business objectives and delivering services that
support employee experience in the areas of talent acquisition, employee relations and performance management.
Responsible for developing and maintaining basic understanding of business objectives and operating environments to
proactively deliver applicable solutions. Also responsible for providing HR support to the Philadelphia & Bensalem, PA
manufacturing sites and the Louisville, KY, distribution center.
 Create and maintain strategic partners with clients and managers to ensure that HR strategy is aligned
with business objective.
 Provide advice, and consultation to management on HR issues, policies, and issues resolution.
 Drive implementation of key HR programs such as succession planning, performance management and
compensation programs.
 Educate and support management in the successful implementation of MedImmune’s performance
management policies and programs.
 Collaborated with Development Partner to assess organization development needs, develop business
group, focus on development agenda, implement programs to address those needs and ensure that
individuals and the organization have the skills/Knowledge needed for success.
 Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues and conducts effective, thorough and objective
investigations.
 Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase
productivity and retention.
HR Business Manager,Dendreon: Greater Atlanta Area 02/11- 02/13
Aided in the guidance and aligning of talent, organizational capabilities and HR operational processes to maximize the
achievement of short and long term business goals. This includes proactive planning and execution of talent
management, total rewards, performance management, training and development as well as organization effectiveness.
Acted as a “culture keeper” within the organization. Drove change to advance individual, team and organizational
effectiveness while upholding highest level of customer service.
 Monitored employee morale and provided solutions for making positive changes.
 Provided expertise to other departments as part of cross-functional project teams.
 Provided sound advice and guidance to employees and managers on HR programs and processes
 Successful built trust and productive relationships at all levels of the company.
 Collaborated with managers and directors to oversee staffing and recruitment activities and match job
requirement needs with the appropriate skills, knowledge, abilities and experience.
 Collaborated with other HR professionals within and across the divisions on projects and programs.
 Partnered to develop a strong performance based culture and high performing teams.
 Interpreted policies and practices; partnered with corporate benefits on managing FMLA, ADA, Workers
Compensation, EEO/AAP
Regional HR Business Leader, Owens Corning: Fairburn,GA 09/07- 02/11
Provided overall direction and management of all Human Resources activities in support of the Insulating Business
Group facilities in Fairburn, GA; Cleveland, TN; and Aiken, SC. Also provided support, counsel and direction to all Plant
Leadership in matters relating to Human Resources. Routinely made decisions concerning implementation of Human
Resource policies and procedures.
 Provided both strategic direction and tactical execution for the full scope of Human Resources activities
including: professional and hourly employee / labor relations, recruiting, employee communications,
career development, retention, succession planning, performance management, change management
and general HR activities.

2. Elliot J. Gamble Sr. HR Business Partner
3409 Orchard Street Hapeville, GA | (850) 212-7848 | ElliotJGamble@gmail.com| www.linkedin.com/in/elliotgamble
 Collaborated with plant and department managers and corporate staff to develop key strategic objectives
for the organization and ensured that HR initiatives and programs are aligned with those priorities.
 Trained Supervisors and Managers on addressing employee relations’ issues to ensure consistency in
HR practices and provided assessments and interventions where necessary.
 Investigated and resolved general employee relation issues and union grievances. Conducted and
gathered information from investigations as needed. Worked with corporate legal team to assess any
legal risks and resolved matters at lowest steps of the grievance process.
 Oversaw analysis, maintenance, and communication of records required by law or local governing bodies,
or other departments in the organization. Identified legal requirements and government reporting
regulations affecting human resources functions.
Human Resources Supervisor, Eaton Corporation: Greater Tulsa, OK Area 02/07-07/07
Responsibility was to assist the HR Manager in the development, deployment and administration of HR programs and
initiatives to support business objectives and maintain positive employee relations
 Facilitated and participated in the recruitment, selection, and retention of employees.
 Provided performance and development coaching to various levels within the organization, both formally
and informally.
 Developed communications to be presented through meetings, company newsletter, communication
boards, etc.
 Supported the HR functions in preparation for business assessments and audits, as applicable.
 Identified training needs and supports facilitation of training across all levels within the facility.
 Maintained accurate record-keeping (employee records, training, etc.) for facility compliance.
HR Generalist, Global Sourcing Associate International Paper: Greater Memphis Area 10/03-02/06
Recruited as a Global Sourcing Associate (GSA) to participate in an extensive two year rotational training program within
a manufacturing environment; given exposure to manufacturing technology, processes and interrelationships among
various processes and functions. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, and became familiar with day-to-day
issues in safety, benefits, labor relations, talent acquisition, productivity, compensation, and community relations.
Augusta & Savannah, Georgia
 Responsible for sourcing all full-time hourly employees, interns, and temporary employees for the
Augusta Paper Mill. Largest paper manufacturing facility in North America.
 Gathered and analyze data on turnover, maintain EEO statistics; new hires and other employment trends.
Held responsible for delivering information to plant manager and controller monthly.
Sartell, Minnesota
 Responsible for strategic recruiting of entry/apprentice level talent. Interviewed assessed candidates and
led the selection decisions.
 Chaired with the development and implementation of diversity recruitment and retention strategies.
Increased diversity employee numbers by 22 percent in a nine month period.
 Created / developed and implemented a training “First Line Leaders” course for selected employees to
assume hourly management roles.
 Developed and organized on-campus recruiting programs for full-time placement and internships.
Riegelwood, North Carolina
 Coordinated and managed the recruitment and selection of hourly employees for a unionized
manufacturing facility with 760 employees. Provided pre-employment screening, orientation, training, and
benefits enrollment.
 Decreased entry/apprentice level turn over by 25 percent in a six month period.
 Responsible for billings, auditing monthly insurance bills and worked closely with accounting.
Education & ProfessionalDevelopment
Master of Business Administration; Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL 08/2003
Bachelorsof Science Public Relations; Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL 05/2000
Society of Human Resource Management
Professional in Human Resources (PHR.) In Progress
Doctorate of Philosophy in Organizational Theory and Behavior In Progress