JUSTIN DALTON
Baltimore
Summary
Experienced and results-driven HR leader with a proven track record of building and developing inclusive, high-performing teams in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Adept at aligning business objectives with effective HR strategies to drive organizational success and foster strong employee engagement.Bringing extensive experience across the Healthcare, Technology, and Manufacturing industries, with expertise spanning HR operations, payroll, mergers & acquisitions, talent acquisition, strategic planning, team leadership, and organizational development. Recognized for creating supportive and high-impact HR teams that contribute to business growth and cultural excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employee Life Cycle Manager
CommuniCare Health Services
Ellicott City
01.2026 - Current
- Attracted and selected talent to align with organizational needs, ensuring smooth onboarding for new employees.
- Established performance expectations, conducted evaluations, and provided constructive feedback to promote professional growth.
- Developed training programs to enhance employee skills and competencies, fostering continuous learning and career advancement.
- Facilitated career progression through promotions, lateral moves, and succession planning opportunities for employees.
- Implemented initiatives that fostered positive work environment, strengthened morale, and promoted commitment among employees.
- Prioritized employee well-being through work-life balance programs and health initiatives, supporting a healthy workplace culture.
- Managed offboarding process effectively, ensuring smooth transitions and gathering insights through exit interviews.
- Recognized and rewarded employee contributions through various programs to boost motivation and retention.
Human Resources Director
Wound Pros
Baltimore
01.2024 - Current
- Lead and guide a team of HR Managers and Generalists, driving performance and achieving results in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
- Partnered with CHRO and Payroll Manager to revamp the Workers Compensation Program, saving over $700,000 in premium costs for 2025.
- Proactively tracked industry trends and employment legislation, ensuring compliance and minimizing legal risks across the organization.
- Directed the administration of benefits, open enrollment, and life events, collaborating with the Director of Compensation and Benefits for seamless execution.
- Investigated sensitive employee relations issues and provided actionable recommendations for resolution, while advising HR Managers on supervisory and performance challenges.
- Managed the FMLA and leave process, implementing best practices to minimize risks, and collaborated with the CHRO on the 401(k) process to ensure compliance.
- Spearheaded the development and launch of the Education Assistance Program and supported the preparation and submission of EEO-1, CA Pay Data, and Vets 100 reports across all entities.
- Led Multiple Acquisitions from an HR standpoint, from small 50 employee companies, to large organizations totaling over 15,000.00 employees.
- Built a strong HR team, turning a normally transactionally driven HR function to a team of 10 HR professionals, serving as business partners to the organization.
- Led implementation of HR/ Payroll Software.
- Lead a global Compensation restructure, consisting of US and international based employees.
- Can operate comfortable as an Individual contributor, or lead a Large Team.
- Experienced HR leader with a proven ability to lead and collaborate with diverse teams in high-growth environments, driving an inclusive, productive, and high-performing organization.
- Skilled in aligning business practices with HR strategies and delivering a supportive HR team to help achieve organizational goals.
- A human resources professional with expertise in HR, payroll, M&A, Talent acquisition, strategic analysis, team management, and leadership, gained through years of growth in the HR field.
- Experienced across Manufacturing, Technology, and Healthcare industries.
Vice President, Human Resources
Catalis
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Lead the overall strategy for Human Capital, Payroll, and Recruitment functions, aligning with business goals and fostering organizational growth.
- Drive company-wide initiatives, including performance management, compensation strategy, workforce planning, development, training, and organizational change.
- Serve as the HR liaison for employee relations, providing guidance to managers and employees and ensuring alignment of people initiatives with business objectives.
- Lead labor relations and compliance, educating and informing managers on potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Manage the implementation of Paylocity and oversee benefits administration, serving as fiduciary for all benefit plans, including 401(k), medical/dental/vision, LTD, STD, and FMLA.
- Lead and develop an HR team of 7, managing recruitment, job design, compensation programs, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and best practices.
Senior Manager, HR
ASMPT-SMT
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Manage compensation strategy and structure for the ASM Americas region, partnering with the HR Director to align with business objectives.
- Oversee staff development, coaching, and consulting with management and employees to drive performance and growth.
- Ensure legal compliance by staying up to date on policies, current legislation, and managing all local compliance reporting (EEO1, Vets 100, OSHA, AA, ACA).
- Lead annual performance management, individual development, and succession planning processes to support talent growth.
- Manage recruiting activities, including interviewing, placing advertisements, screening resumes, and overseeing immigration and overseas assignments.
- Direct benefits administration, open enrollment, FMLA, disability leaves, worker's comp claims, COBRA, and maintain personnel, benefits, and I-9 files for audit readiness.
Senior Human Resources Operations Analyst
Rheem Manufacturing Company
GA
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded the organizational restructuring of "Reem," consolidating divisions into a unified business unit to enhance operational efficiency and strategic alignment.
- Directed the successful 16-month implementation of a new HRIS system, ensuring seamless data integrity and accuracy of personnel records.
- Managed department budgets and led the coordination of performance, merit, and corrective action reviews, driving consistency and accountability.
- Developed and maintained company policies and programs, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with the compensation team to design job architecture and partnered with department managers to proactively identify and address critical hiring needs for both salaried and hourly populations.
- Ensured departmental compliance with audit procedures, managed global mobility processes (visas, tax liabilities), and administered workers' compensation claims, resolving issues efficiently.
Corporate HR/Payroll Manager
Cambridge Post Acute Care Center
Georgia
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Planned, developed, organized, implemented, and evaluated Human Resources and payroll functions within 5 skilled nursing facilities.
- Managed and delivered benefit enrollment for all employees.
- Developed and executed succession plans, employee merit reviews, and compensation strategies to ensure nursing facilities remain competitive and rewarding.
- Ensured personnel files were maintained in compliance with company standards and applicable state and federal guidelines.
- Performed quarterly audits to ensure the Human Resources, Payroll, and Scheduling departments stayed state survey-ready and provided support during yearly state survey visits.
- Assisted department heads with staffing, including direct mail, hosting/attending job fairs, placing employment ads, and networking with local employment resources.
Education
B. S - Finance and Accounting
Marquette University
05.2013
Skills
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Negotiations
- Time management expertise
- Leadership qualities
- Active listening techniques
- Cultural competence
- Communication
Websites
Certification
- PHR- Professional in Human Resources, 11/22
- SHRM-CP-Society for Human Resource Management, 12/18
- CPP- Certified Payroll Professional, 02/16
Languages
- Fluent in Spanish
- Fluent in Japanese
Timeline
Employee Life Cycle Manager
CommuniCare Health Services
01.2026 - Current
Human Resources Director
Wound Pros
01.2024 - Current
Vice President, Human Resources
Catalis
01.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Manager, HR
ASMPT-SMT
01.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Human Resources Operations Analyst
Rheem Manufacturing Company
01.2019 - 01.2021
Corporate HR/Payroll Manager
Cambridge Post Acute Care Center
01.2016 - 01.2019
B. S - Finance and Accounting
Marquette University