I truly love working in HR and take pride in delivering strategic HR initiatives that make the work place a good place to be for all. I have experience in both Human Resources and full cycle recruiting. I began my career as an HR Generalist for a capital equipment semiconductor company. My experience ranges from benefits, employee relations, performance development, conflict resolution, and much more. I also have experience recruiting for the semiconductor industry, SaaS and Web 2.0 companies. I have successfully recruited for a range of engineering positions, marketing, and operation roles.

Senior HR Manager @ From March 2015 to Present (9 months) Senior HR Manager @ From October 2013 to March 2015 (1 year 6 months) San Francisco Bay AreaHR Manager @ From February 2013 to October 2013 (9 months) HR Manager @ From March 2012 to February 2013 (1 year) HR Manager @ From February 2010 to May 2012 (2 years 4 months) Senior Recruiter & Consultant @ HR Solutions is a professional HR consulting services firm offering a full range of human resources, recruiting and staffing services. Specialization in fulfillment of staffing requirements through immersion in company culture, actively partnering with hiring managers and aligning to company strategic objectives. Completed HR projects for web 2.0 company including performance review implementation. Created and implemented recruitment process for a web 2.0 start up. Developed and conducted Behavioral Interview training for hiring managers. Proactively compiled and maintained a highly qualified candidate pool to effectively shorten hiring cycle as needed. Functioned as the primary point of contact for candidate throughout the recruitment process. Negotiated terms of offer and coordinated activities for on boarding with hiring mgr. Recruited for Director of QA, Software Architect, Information Security Officer, Finance, Marketing, and other engineering roles. From July 2008 to February 2010 (1 year 8 months) Human Resources Generalist @ Successfully filled 19 engineering positions in support of new product development efforts. Developed job descriptions, sourced resumes, conducted and scheduled interviews, negotiated offer letters, negotiated relocation packages, and conducted new hire orientations. Provide Human Resources support to AIXTRON's subsidiaries located in Korea, China, and Taiwan. Developed China based (FESCO) Labor Agreements and developed employee handbooks for domestic and international employees, coached managers on labor laws and management of employee issues. Provided human resources support in a Reduction in Force including preparation of exit packets and communication of transition activities. Played a key role in company acquisition and merger of employee base: integrating benefits, payroll, policies and procedures and negotiating relocation of key employees. Developed all related employee communications. Researched, recommended and implemented Executive Training and OSHA safety training courses for all employees and managers. Served as Payroll Administrator for US based employees. Managed quarterly review of 401(k) investment options and coordinated 5500 filings including the audit process. Developed Sarbanes Oxley controls and maintained documentation for HR department and participated in internal company audits. Assisted the VP of HR with negotiation of benefit renewals, conducted open enrollment, and answered employee benefit related questions. Successfully implemented Benetrac, a paperless benefit enrollment system. Revised Employee Handbook and accompanying policies for Federal and State compliance requirements. Provided a variety of reports including, headcount, turnover, compensation and employee satisfaction surveys. Tracked and maintained visa status for foreign employees. Actively partnered with legal. Initiated new visas and renewals. From February 2004 to July 2008 (4 years 6 months) Human Resources Generalist & Staffing Specialist @ From February 2004 to July 2008 (4 years 6 months)

MS, Human Resource Management @ Golden Gate University From 2009 to 2012 Bachelor of Art, Sociology @ San Jose State University Joanna Auch is skilled in: HRIS, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Talent Management, Employee Relations