1. Master Halco, Inc. (Wholly owned subsidiary of Itochu International, Inc.), Orange, CA
2008 - 2010
Leading Manufacturer of Chain Link Fence and distribution of all fencing products to contractors and
retailers.
71 locations (Wholesale Branches, RDC’s and Manufacturing Plants nationwide and Canada)
Top Human Resources Leader - Director
Report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and responsible Human Resources objectives
and development including recruitment and employment, policies and practices, wage and salary
administration,
appraisal, associate relations, communications, orientation, training and development, safety.
Manage six direct reports: 1 HR Generalist/Benefits Specialist, 2 HR Coordinators, 1 Field HR
Manager, 1 Director Risk Management, and 1 Field HR Generalist. Matrix reporting: 2 Payroll
Specialists
 Identified deficiencies in current HRIS, Time and Attendance and Payroll system. Researched and
selected vendor which integrated all systems into web based SAAS with an annual savings of
$340,000.
 Standardized all associate performance/coaching-related forms, assuring legal compliance
resulting in a reduction in performance related turnover and where separation was necessary a
40% reduction of unemployment payments.
 Developed and implemented company Succession Planning program that developed a defined
career path for over 70 associates and managers.
 Developed and implemented New Site Manager Training Program reducing the learning curve time
for new managers and reducing lost revenue average of 10%.