Stefanie Knights

Responsible for interpreting, developing, planning, administering, and overseeing all activities related to organizational development and training for Canada. Creates and manages company-wide organizational development processes including Performance Management, talent review, succession planning, development and career planning, and employee engagement initiatives. Develops training programs, implements off the shelf programs and implements measurements that build employee competencies and foster an environment of continuous learning.

Works in conjunction with North American Headquarters and Global Development teams in Korea to customize and execute the roll-out of training processes, programs and initiatives. Leads quarterly review of succession planning. Conducts needs analysis to assist with identifying and recommending appropriate development offerings. Provides guidance to assist employees with development planning. Facilitates various internal training sessions including Lunch & Learn sessions, and/or Employee Meetings. Vendor management and third parties related to roles and responsibilities. Administrative management of all training programs delivered throughout Samsung Electronics Canada Coordinates all logistics related to training sessions as well as internal Marketing and communication of all training programs. Coordination and revision of training materials to ensure applicable to Samsung and audience. Manage Mid-Year and Year-End performance management process, New Hire Orientation, and Onboarding programs.

Responsible for coordinating the administrative aspects of the various Human Resources speciality areas and provides support to the Director of Human Resources Directly supports the Human Resources Consultants in the areas of: Recruitment and Selection, Benefits, Health & Safety, Employee Relations, etc. Responds to internal and external queries regarding Human Resources issues Conducts research; maintains divisional files Acts as the Recording Secretary for the Joint Health & Safety Committee Enters data into the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and prepares statistical reports as required

Qualify, design, and implement learning & development programs and tools Project management: put into place the new Learning & Development process Support and challenge learning paths Responsibility for making the Learning & Development process sustainable Training and implementation of the Learning & Development Path Responsibility for ensuring the required level of competency

-Responsible for the recruitment process of all salaried, hourly, and contract employees including updating and maintaining job descriptions, job postings, resume screening, interviews and offer preparation. -Training and development; Created and implemented a training course on Individual Development Plans throughout the Eastern Canada Region. Delivered training sessions on a number of topics to employees including Drug & Alcohol Programs, Violence & Harassment Policy, company Stock Option Program. Also, responsible for identifying and arranging employees for upcoming internal training development courses. -General HR Support for all salaried, hourly and contract employees. -Accountable for the annual bonus merit review processes. Work closely with area General Managers, Director of HR as well as final review with the VP to ensure bonus and increase amounts are accurate and within the budgeted allowance. -General support to the Director of Human Resources including coordinating agendas, setting up meetings, presentations, as well as administrative support for the HR department including accounts payables, employee maintenance forms, internal announcements related to employee relations and organizational changes. -Member of the Joint Health & Safety Committee.

-Accounts Payables including monthly Journal Entries, ensuring payment on invoices for various locations, creating PO’s, cheque requisitions, Visa reporting, & Purchasing Card Proxy for multiple card holders. -Payroll administration for 150+ unionized ready mix truck drivers, loader operators and mechanics. -Data Coordinating ensuring pervious day’s tickets go to billing correctly, entering/managing quotes using Lawson, Command, & Enterprise One programs through ongoing effective communication with sales staff and dispatch team. -Credit/Re-bill & Deduction Management.

-Coordinate meetings and prepare presentation/reporting material. -Organize business travel arrangements -Expense reporting -Hourly Payroll Administration via KRONOS payroll system

-Process weekly payroll -Conduct weekly accounts payables -Generate weekly schedules for 150+ employees -Maintaining employee files and on-the-job training -Organize and administer company's JHSC and all Health & Safety issues -Order and receive supplies and stock for restaurants, office, and building -General office administration such as corresponding email to district office, and ensuring timely responses to concerns or requests. -Delegate and supervise employee duties and tasks -Manage and operate various industry related computer programs -Resolve issues with employees and guests on a daily basis -Verify and administer daily cash flow, bank deposits, safe counts -Generate and file employee and guest accident reports -Develop and work with employees in support of marketing and promotions