Karen Butler

About Karen Butler

I am highly effective in Human Resources, with a complexity mindset and experience managing HR operations across multiple locations and directing teams of direct reports.My success is driven by my ability to lead initiatives that establish programs, processes and infrastructure to strengthen leadership and organizational development.SUMMARY* Engaging HR executive possessing a winning blend of business expertise, skill in project and program management, and practical experience leading teams.* Leverages a unique mix of strategic and analytical expertise, consistently exceeding performance goals by aligning the effort of strong teams and organizational objectives. LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS* With Edwards Vacuum, oversaw multi-million dollar budgets to plan and direct Human Resources projects in the areas of technology, training, Diversity & Inclusion, Mergers & Acquisitions, Benefits Administration and collaboration with the SEMI Foundation.* Defined global strategies outlining Human Resources policies, procedures and best practices, ensuring consistency on a worldwide scale.* Successfully partnered with the legal department and outside counsel on Human Resources investigations, achieving 100% favorable outcomes with minimal to no Human Resources, Succession Planning, Staffing Strategy, M&A, Diversity & Inclusion, Employee Engagement; Employee Retention, Investigations, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Employee Training, Benefit Administration, HRIS

Experience

1. Human Resources Management

   Microchip Technology Inc.

   Jun 2021 — Present · Boston, MA, US

   Responsible for leading and overseeing the HR function and team (2 HRBP’s, Rep & TAS) for four manufacturing sites in the Massachusetts and Connecticut region. Directs and coordinates activities such as recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, training, audits/compliance, and other employee-related services.• Provides management, guidance, development, coaching and support to MA/CT HR team members• Strategic business partnership to site leadership• Manage and assist with full cycle recruiting process (Workday Recruit)• New hire onboarding and integration• Provide coaching, advice and counseling to employees and managers regarding policy procedure interpretation and employee relations issues• Prepare various weekly, monthly, and annual reports• Provide guidance and support to the performance management process• Maintain data in HRIS system (Workday) and generate reports as needed• Develop recruiting and branding strategies to fill the present and future talent pipeline • Partner with Learning & Development team on training and development needs for managers and employees• Partner with Benefits team to provide guidance on health and wellness programs• Participate in the investigation of incidents, accidents and safety concerns• Assist in site audits and compliance-related initiatives• Create programs to enhance employee engagement and job satisfaction• Maintain continuous learning of latest HR trends, best practices, and technologies

Education

• GTE/Sylvania Technical Institute

  Computer Science, Electronic Technology

Skills

• Operations Management
• Performance Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Sap
• Change Management
• Sales Management
• Employee Relations
• Forecasting
• Customer Service