Ashlyn Chavez

About Ashlyn Chavez

We keep moving forward, opening new doors, doing new things, because we\'re curious, and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.”Curiosity has been a driving force throughout my career—it pushes me to explore new ideas, continuously learn, and find better ways to support both people and processes. In HR, I’ve found the perfect balance between problem-solving and relationship-building.I’m especially passionate about benefits, an ever-evolving space that requires both technical expertise and clear communication. I enjoy staying ahead of change while ensuring employees truly understand their options and feel confident in their decisions.At the heart of my work, I strive to be an approachable, trusted partner for employees—someone they can turn to for guidance, clarity, or simply a listening ear. Because at the end of the day, HR isn’t just about systems and compliance—it’s about people.

Experience

1. People Operations Manager

   Haydon Corporation

   Oct 2024 — Present

   Haydon Corporation is a US-owned, US-based national manufacturer of high-quality metal framing, rooftop support, and baseboard heating systems for various commercial, residential, infrastructure, and industrial construction applications.Lead benefit administration for 300+ US based employeesOversee end-to-end payroll operations for accuracy, timeliness, and complianceProvide analytics and reporting for internal and external stakeholdersAdminister all US leave of absence requestsImproved HRIS accuracy and efficiency by identifying system errors, collaborating with vendors on solutions, and conducting regular audits to ensure data integrityReview and implement various policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Education

• Texas A&M University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

  2013 — 2017

Skills

• Interviewing
• Social Media
• Spanish
• Flexible Approach
• Human Resources
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Event Planning
• Training
• Creative Writing
• Standard Operating Procedure (Sop)
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Customer Service
• Full-Life Cycle Recruiting
• Social Networking
• Recruiting
• Telephone Reception
• Compensation & Benefits
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication
• Microsoft Outlook
• Employee Relations
• Corporate Events
• Microsoft Word
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Facebook