April Shockey

Human Resources Director @Rittal LLC

Urbana, OH, US

World’s leading global manufacturer of industrial and IT enclosures. US subsidiary of Rittal GmbH & Co. KG started in 1961; includes more than 70 countries and manufacturing facilities on 4 continents. EPLAN, provides engineering software and services for electrical, automation, and mechatronic design.Reported to Vice President Human Resources Americas and led human resources and business partnering (exempt and non-exempt personnel) of employees. Managed strategic and tactical US HR team consisting of end-to-end employee lifecycle (hire to retire.)Selected Accomplishments: Aligned workforce strategy and succession readiness with operational goals across manufacturing and corporate functions by serving as an HR Business Partner to C-Suite, Vice Presidents and Directors, supporting lean manufacturing initiatives to drive efficiency and reduce waste. Reduced direct labor turnover 70% and improved hourly retention 34% by serving as a trusted HR advisor through onboarding redesign, retention programs, and frontline leadership development. Elevated employee engagement 30% YoY and reduced litigation exposure 75% through proactive employee relations, leadership coaching, and trust-building change management strategies.

The University of Findlay

Bachelor’s Degree

Cuyahoga Community College

Associate’s Degree