Tammy Torrez

About Tammy Torrez

HR Leader with 15+ years of experience partnering with leadership and employees to build compliant, people-centered, and high-performing workplaces. I bring extensive expertise in employee relations, employment compliance, workplace investigations, employee engagement, talent acquisition, and leadership development.I have held HR roles across consulting, manufacturing, healthcare, government, public utilities, and higher education. I am known for navigating complex employee relations matters, leading fair and thorough investigations, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, and guiding leaders through organizational change.I hold a Master’s degree in Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution with an emphasis in human resource management and have been a long-standing SHRM member, recognized for my passion to help others, and commitment to ethical, inclusive workplaces.

Experience

1. HR Business Advisor (Americas)

   TVH Parts Co.

   Feb 2026 — Present · Olathe, KS, US

   Serve as a trusted HR advisor and primary point of contact, delivering clear, people-first guidance to employees and leaders.• Coach managers on performance, conduct, attendance, and employee wellbeing while ensuring compliance with policies and employment laws.• Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations, conflict resolution, and separations, with a focus on fairness, consistency, and risk mitigation.• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruitment efforts and ensure a positive candidate experience.• Maintain HRIS data integrity (Workday/UKG/ADP), prepare HR communications, and ensure accurate documentation and reporting.• Support employee experience through training, engagement initiatives, DEI efforts, and leave-of-absence guidance.• Analyze people data and trends to inform proactive decision-making and continuous improvement.• Collaborate across HR Centers of Excellence and business leaders to strengthen culture, enhance employee experience, and drive operational effectiveness.

Education

• Washburn University

  HRCI Certificate, Human Resources Management

  2003 — 2003

• Baker University

  Bachelor, Business Administration

  2007 — 2009

• Baker University

  Master of Arts, Conflict Management & Dispute Resolution; Human Resources, 2011

  2009 — 2011

• Latino Leadership Collaborative of Kansas

  Leadership Curriculum accredited by Kansas Leadership Center, Latino Community Leadership Program

  2016 — 2016

• Baker University

  Associate, Business Administration

  2005 — 2007

Skills

• Training
• Policy
• Project Management
• Management
• Team Building
• Job Descriptions
• Interviews
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Program Management
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Conflict Resolution
• Strategic Human Resources Leadership
• Compensation & Benefit
• Human Resources
• Payroll
• Analysis
• Progressive Discipline
• Recruiting
• Fmla
• Staff Development
• Career Counseling
• Leadership
• Hiring
• Labor Relations
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Benefits
• Event Planning
• Hris
• HR Policies
• Succession Planning
• Coaching
• Temporary Placement
• Performance Appraisal
• Onboarding
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Eeo