Melanie Danforth

About Melanie Danforth

Seasoned Human Resource Generalist with experience in both healthcare and retail…

Experience

1. Human Resources Generalist - Generators (Divested from Kohler Co)

   Rehlko

   May 2024 — Present · Kohler, WI, US

   Supports assigned functions within the business and leads Operations managers and associates in the activity of linking HR to the success and strength of the organization. Provides support in all HR functions including organizational development, recruitment and selection, performance management and associate/labor relations. Provides on-going consultative advice and coaching to management related to all areas of HR.• Initiate and lead HR programs and policies to sustain retention and vitality in the Kohler Power Systems organization.• Responsible for building a strong relationship with the union on HR related items. This includes disciplinary action, investigations, terminations, and strategies related to the union workforce.• Champion key HR processes such as Maximizing Performance, Succession Planning and Workforce Planning.• Partner with Business Leaders and Confidential Assistant to ensure timely posting and filling of manufacturing positions.• Drive performance management initiatives for the business. Champion the consistent utilization of performance management tools such as Maximizing Performance, performance quintiles, job families and assessments to continually develop talent.• Successfully demonstrate ability to partner with the business to recruit talent. Deploys all resources necessary to attract, develop, and retain talent.• Team with Business Leaders to drive Engagement throughout the organization.• Responsible for the investigation and resolution of associate issues ranging from basic to complex issues.• Effectively navigate through various HR issues, and is sought out as a subject matter expert for HR processes, procedures and employee relations.• Collaborate with EHS to confirm tools are being utilized to ensure safety of our associates.

Education

• Concordia University-Wisconsin

  BS

  1999 — 2003

Skills

• Healthcare
• Payroll
• College Recruiting
• Advertising
• Administration
• Interviews
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Human Resources
• Recruiting
• People Skills
• Organizational Development
• Employee Benefits
• Policy
• Management
• Onboarding
• Talent Acquisition
• Customer Service
• Job Fairs
• Resume Writing
• Employee Relations