Karen Butler Email Address

Human Resources Management

Edwards is an electrical/electronic manufacturing company that specializes in vacuum pumps and abatement equipment manufacture and supply.

I am highly effective in Human Resources, with a complexity mindset and experience managing HR operations across multiple locations and directing teams of direct reports. My success is driven by my ability to lead initiatives that establish programs, processes and infrastructure to strengthen leadership and organizational development. SUMMARY * Engaging HR executive possessing a winning blend of business expertise, skill in project and program management, and practical experience leading teams. * Leverages a unique mix of strategic and analytical expertise, consistently exceeding performance goals by aligning the effort of strong teams and organizational objectives. LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS * With Edwards Vacuum, oversaw multi-million dollar budgets to plan and direct Human Resources projects in the areas of technology, training, Diversity & Inclusion, Mergers & Acquisitions, Benefits Administration and collaboration with the SEMI Foundation. * Defined global strategies outlining Human Resources policies, procedures and best practices, ensuring consistency on a worldwide scale. * Successfully partnered with the legal department and outside counsel on Human Resources investigations, achieving 100% favorable outcomes with minimal to no litigation. ********************************************************************************************************** Specialties: Human Resources, Succession Planning, Staffing Strategy, M&A, Diversity & Inclusion, Employee Engagement; Employee Retention, Investigations, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Employee Training, Benefit Administration, HRIS