Heather Ringelstetter
Kasson
Summary
Director of Human Resources with extensive experience in managing HR operations across multiple sites. Developed and implemented HR strategies that improved employee engagement and retention, while ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations. Spearheaded the establishment of HR departments in two organizations, standardizing practices to enhance operational efficiency. Successfully reduced turnover rates through effective recruitment strategies and performance management initiatives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager
Hayfield Window and Door/Showcase Window and Door
Hayfield
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared reports summarizing recruitment activities, turnover rates, absenteeism trends.
- Advised managers on how best to motivate employees and increase their satisfaction levels.
- Provided guidance on labor law regulations to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
- Oversaw HR activities at multiple sites, standardizing practices and procedures.
- Spearheaded the development of HR departments across two companies, enhancing operational efficiency and employee engagement.
- Managed performance reviews, disciplinary actions and salary negotiations.
- Developed and implemented HR strategies to improve employee engagement and retention.
- Collaborated with other departments to create a positive work environment that promotes collaboration among teams.
- Implemented a comprehensive HRIS and benefits system to streamline HR operations.
- Led a diverse HR team comprising HR Generalist, HR Assistant, and Safety Coordinator.
- Created and maintained personnel records, such as hiring documents, benefits information and payroll data.
- Maintained relationships with external stakeholders regarding employment issues or concerns.
- Achieved significant reduction in turnover rates at two companies, enhancing workforce stability and productivity.
- Drafted job descriptions based on current roles within the organization.
- Conducted recruitment process for new hires, including job postings, interviews and background checks.
- Monitored attendance records and leave requests for accuracy and completeness.
- Oversaw the administration of benefits packages, improving efficiency and accuracy in benefits delivery.
- Investigated workplace issues with professionalism and sensitivity and detailed incidents in reports to senior executives.
- Liaised directly with the CEO to ensure alignment of HR strategies with organizational goals.
- Advised leadership and personnel on driving HR policies, union negotiations, and business strategy implementation.
- Developed hiring and recruitment policies to drive transparent and fair hiring process for selecting candidates on basis of merit and relevance with job.
- Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.
- Oversaw union activities, ensuring alignment with legal standards and enhancing workplace harmony.
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
- Managed employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
Director of Human Resources
Zumbrota Health Services
Zumbrota
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Monitored employee attendance records to ensure adherence to company policies.
- Identified ways to reduce turnover through improved hiring practices.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets related to staffing needs.
- Advised senior leadership on organizational structure changes affecting the workforce.
- Investigated incidents of workplace harassment or discrimination complaints.
- Implemented strategies aimed at improving employee retention rates.
- Created a positive work environment by promoting team building initiatives and resolving conflicts between employees.
- Organized onboarding processes for new hires, including orientation sessions and paperwork completion.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by monitoring changes in regulations related to human resources management.
- Developed training programs to improve staff development opportunities.
- Coordinated recruitment activities to ensure the organization was staffed with qualified personnel.
- Developed and implemented human resources policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Oversaw payroll processing and conducted wage surveys to ensure competitive compensation packages.
- Analyzed employee data to identify trends and potential areas of improvement.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees in all departments.
- Maintained confidential records related to personnel files and other sensitive documents.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategies that would increase employee engagement levels.
Recruitment and Onboading Specialist
Hiawatha Homes
Rochester
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed full-cycle recruitment and built local partnerships for talent sourcing.
- Designed and implemented onboarding processes, handbooks, and new hire materials.
- Led both the Retention and Recruitment Committees.
- Developed retention programs, recruitment strategies, and leadership training.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and supported organizational development initiatives.
Store Manager
Buckle
Rochester
06.2001 - 06.2018
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
- Managed district recruitment strategies to secure skilled candidates, driving store success and growth.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Concordia of Saint Paul
Saint Paul, MN05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Concordia of Saint Paul
Saint Paul, MN05-2019
Skills
- Recruitment strategies
- Employee engagement
- HRIS implementation
- Performance management
- Regulatory compliance
- Payroll administration
- Training development
- Data analysis
- Conflict resolution
- Policy development
- Team leadership
- Workplace investigations
- Benefits administration
- Employee evaluations
- Training programs
- Compensation structuring
- New employee orientation
- Employment law
- HR legal compliance
- Retention strategies
- Succession planning
- HR software proficiency
- Employment law compliance
Timeline
HR Manager
Hayfield Window and Door/Showcase Window and Door
08.2022 - Current
Director of Human Resources
Zumbrota Health Services
09.2019 - 08.2022
Recruitment and Onboading Specialist
Hiawatha Homes
08.2018 - 09.2019
Store Manager
Buckle
06.2001 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Concordia of Saint Paul
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Concordia of Saint Paul
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