Michel Lonnecker

Point of contact for HR team for collecting, reviewing, and entering information into the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Point person for implementing enhancements to the ATS Assist TA team with ATS system updates including but not limited to: new user administration, updating user templates, etc. Work with HR, TA, and other stakeholders to enter new job requisition requests into ATS system and work on offer requests Point of contact for candidates regarding travel, expense reimbursement, and background checks/drug screen tests Manage candidate travel coordination with external vendor(s) and candidate expense report coordination between candidate and finance Ensure background and drug screen tests are processed for each new hire in a timely manner Ensure complete offer package is received by new hire and provide to applicable HR contact Assist with recruitment efforts including career fair scheduling Support resume review and dispositioning candidates as needed Track metrics and update applicable reports Develop training and SOPs based on own knowledge and feedback from TA team

Supported recruitment functions and contributed to overall success of recruiters by providing high level of customer service and administrative support with energy and enthusiasm Coordinated all phases of interview process for phone, virtual, and on-site interviews, specifically serving as coordinator for Labs FSP (Functional Service Partnerships) team which required ability to build rapport and effectively communicate with candidates, clients, and PPD managers Maintained Taleo/Workday (ATS) and provided accurate documentation for HRIS system integrity Provided support for onboarding new employees and general support to recruitment functions within the department Advised new hires throughout onboarding process, which included assistance with their background check, drug test, new hire paperwork, etc. Created reliable relationships with candidates and new hires by being readily available to answer questions in a timely manner Served as primary contact for creating/modifying team templates/documents and assisted on special projects

On December 8, 2021, Thermo Fisher Scientific completed the acquisition of PPD. Together, Thermo Fisher and PPD share the pursuit of a common goal: to enable customers to make the world healthier by accelerating the development of new medicines.

Worked collaboratively across UNCW campus providing positive customer service and supported employees seeking engagement, learning and development opportunities through the programs and services offered through the Employee Leadership, Learning and Engagement (ELLE) unit within HR Coordinated the university’s performance review process, employee recognition programs and events, community engagement opportunities for staff, and various professional development opportunities for staff Maintained Human Resources website and assisted with marketing and communication initiatives Managed the university's learning registration system, referred to as the Dare to Learn Academy (D2LA) Served as backup for UNCW’s Onboarding Specialist to assist with all aspects of new employee onboarding

Worked with University College as part of the UNCW Certified Internship Program Assisted with leading a first-year seminar course Worked with early college students to assist with academic advising tasks such as course planning and registration

Provided administrative and front desk support for the UNCW Office of Human Resources Greeted visitors in person and directed to appropriate party Answered telephone inquiries from campus and external parties and provided recruitment updates Completed I-9, criminal background check processing, and employment verifications Assisted with screening applicant pools Posted external advertisements of job postings for Talent Acquisition team Supervised student works and temporary HR employees Provided support for other Human Resources departmental teams as needed

Prepared client contracts for legal review and ran specific background checks based on addendums Maintained compliance and quality assurance of sensitive complex screening and confidential documents Acted as liaison to candidates disseminating, organizing, and processing documents Managed weekly payroll reports and ensured that paychecks were processed accurately and timely Managed a high volume of various communications efficiently for 70 plus Staffing Managers Planned and coordinated events for colleagues, clients, and candidates

Received the Personal Leadership and Civic and Community Engagement certificates through the Office of Student Leadership and Engagement.

Studied abroad at Swansea University through the University of North Carolina Wilmington for the Spring 2014 semester.