Andrea Gilbert

About Andrea Gilbert

Results-driven Compliance and Human Resources professional with over 15 years of progressive experience in staffing, recruiting, compliance, payroll, and employee relations. Demonstrated expertise in full-cycle recruiting across diverse industries, managing high-volume staffing operations, and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and client-specific regulations. Proven ability to lead compliance initiatives, develop policies and SOPs, conduct audits, manage OSHA and workers’ compensation processes, and oversee payroll and benefits administration. Skilled in building and maintaining client relationships, mentoring and leading teams, and implementing operational improvements to drive efficiency and reduce risk. Adept at managing complex staffing workflows, conducting investigations, and providing subject-matter expertise on HR and compliance matters, while maintaining a focus on organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and employee engagement.

Experience

1. Compliance Manager

   Apex Placement & Consulting

   Jan 2022 — Present · Clawson, MI, US

   Oversee compliance across the full talent lifecycle, including onboarding, documentation, background screening, drug testing, I-9/E-Verify, payroll, and benefits for high-volume staffing operations.Ensure employees and temporary staff meet federal, state, and client-specific requirements; conduct audits of HR files, payroll, OSHA logs, and credentialing to mitigate risk.Manage compliance vendors and serve as subject-matter expert on FCRA, EEOC, wage and hour laws, adverse action, and regulatory changes.Developed and implemented policies, SOPs, and workflows; led training on compliance, documentation, privacy, and security standards.Supported internal and external audits, investigated compliance concerns, and executed corrective action plans.Managed full-cycle recruitment for exempt and non-exempt roles, ensuring positive candidate experiences and effective placement.Maintained OSHA logs, led injury reporting, and oversaw workers’ compensation audits and claim monitoring.Processed multi-state payroll and administered benefits, including 401(k) plans, garnishments, and Friend of the Court orders.Led multiple payroll/ATS system launches, served as E-Verify expert, and conducted employee investigations in accordance with policy.Provided client account management and compliance guidance to ensure operational excellence.

Education

• Central Michigan University

  Master of Science, Business Administration and Management, General

  2009 — 2011

• Baker College

  Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration and Management, General

  2002 — 2005

Skills

• Background Checks
• Transportation
• Team Building
• Customer Service
• Corporate Training
• Operations Management
• Staffing Services
• Human Resources
• Logistics Management
• Recruiting
• Employee Relations
• Healthcare Staffing