Jodi Heichert

Human Resources Leader with extensive experience in multiple aspects of business operations. Actively partner with all levels of leadership to drive business results. Create major transformation within teams by articulating a vision and leading team toward that vision. Expertise in all areas of human resources including payroll, benefits, compensation, staffing, employee relations, and talent development. Previous experience as a Registered Nurse with many experiences in healthcare industry and also look for opportunities to use this knowledge within leadership in HR.

Jodi Heichert’s Specialties:

Strategic project management, change management, business acumen, leadership, team building, startups-turnarounds, strategic problem solving, organizational development, create & drive change

Jodi Heichert’s Experience

Vice President of Human Resources

SAGE Electrochromics, Inc.

(Privately Held; Building Materials industry)

December 2008 — Present (1 year )

Vice President of Organization Effectiveness leading all aspects of the human resources function including talent acquisition, management and development. Playing a critical role as an executive staff member in the growth strategy of SAGE Electrochromics. Partnering closely with other leaders to maximize organization effectiveness by creating a high performance culture that focuses and motivates each employee around a shared vision for excellence. Engaged in formulating the broader company strategy, representing the company in external settings and supporting the organization in achievement of organizational goals.

Key Accomplishments:
▪ Led the executive staff through several sessions to develop the vision, mission and overall strategic plan for the organization
▪ Partnered with Minnesota State Mankato Industrial Psychology PhD students to develop ideal state cultural profile for organization and assess current state with implementation plan for closing the gap. Additional work on developing specific assessment tools to be used to judge cultural fit during hiring process.
▪ Developed multi-year HR Strategic plan for alignment with organizational plan focused on building HR infrastructure where there has not been one and supporting significant growth plan at the same time.
HR Director

Savvis

(Public Company; SVVS; Information Technology and Services industry)

September 2008 — December 2008 (4 months)

Savvis, St. Louis, MO, September 2008 – December 2009
HR Director supporting Sales and Marketing Organization
Aligned with Executive Vice President of Sales focused transforming sales organization from commodity sell to solutions selling approach. Introduced headcount tracking tool to assist with organization restructuring, hiring and reduction in force decision making. Provided leadership to HR Generalist and Recruitment teams focused on supporting this business unit.

Key Accomplishments:
▪ Influenced shift in focus of HR team from tactical to strategic by developing alignment tool used to show priorities and areas of focus beyond day to day.
▪ Led reduction in force activity including decisional unit, legal review and notification to individuals in the field
▪ Made an impact by leading with a calm visionary management style during short tenure (relocation constraints)
HR Director

Andersen Windows

(Privately Held; Building Materials industry)

December 2007 — September 2008 (10 months)

ANDERSEN CORPORATION, Bayport, MN, 2000 – September 2008
HR Director of Human Resources – Eagle Window Division
Member of executive staff focused on building five-year strategic growth plan. Introduced operating plan strategies, objectives, and tactics with reporting process to drive results. Leader of human resources and security function focused on total compensation analysis, cultural transformation, and integration efforts for recent acquisition into $3 billion enterprise. Directed division in right-sizing during downturn in housing market for organization that had never experienced a reduction in force.

Key Accomplishments:
▪ Facilitated brainstorming session with senior executive staff to evaluate leadership qualities of operating committee members, resulting in the creation of a talent development plan to address skill and experience gaps and succession planning aligned with strategic growth vision for company.
HR Director

Eagle Window & Door

(Building Materials industry)

December 2007 — September 2008 (10 months)

HR Director of Human Resources – Eagle Window Division
Member of executive staff focused on building five-year strategic growth plan. Introduced operating plan strategies, objectives, and tactics with reporting process to drive results. Leader of human resources and security function focused on total compensation analysis, cultural transformation, and integration efforts for recent acquisition into $3 billion enterprise. Directed division in right-sizing during downturn in housing market for organization that had never experienced a reduction in force.

Key Accomplishments:
▪ Facilitated brainstorming session with senior executive staff to evaluate leadership qualities of operating committee members, resulting in the creation of a talent development plan to address skill and experience gaps and succession planning aligned with strategic growth vision for company.
Human Resources Manager

Andersen Windows

(Privately Held; Building Materials industry)

August 2006 — December 2007 (1 year 5 months)

Human Resource Manager – Strategic New Product Development Project (2006 – 2007)
Partnered with team members on marketing research, product design, distribution strategy, and manufacturing processes. Developed traditional human resources areas including staffing, benefits, compensation, communications, and organizational development for new business unit. Participated in Leadership by Andersen Training for top leaders.

Key Accomplishment:
▪ Collaborative member of task force to produce new product within tight timelines, creating detailed analysis of proposed plant location and associated costs, which resulted in the commencement of new site search based on findings.
Human Resource Manager- New Business Integration Leader

Andersen Windows

(Privately Held; Building Materials industry)

August 2006 — December 2007 (1 year 5 months)

Human Resource Manager – New Business Integration Leader (2006 – 2007)
Led cross-functional group managing integration activities for recent acquisition including new benefits, compensation, and sales incentive programs, as well as establishing structure, policies, and processes.

Key Accomplishment:
▪ Directed cross-functional group of leaders focused on integrating two sales groups into a new business unit, partnering with VP of unit to integrate groups and all processes within aggressive timeline.
Human Resources Manager - Sales Development Project Leader

Andersen Windows

(Privately Held; Building Materials industry)

August 2006 — December 2007 (1 year 5 months)

Human Resource Manager – Sales Development Project Leader (2006 – 2007)
Led project team which designed and developed sales program to include implementation of sales tools, communication strategy, cultural transformation, and expectation setting for international sales force of 400.

Key Accomplishment:
Partnered with VP of Sales of $3 billion business, leading effort to transform organization and drive sales, resulting in an energized, motivated, and aligned sales force during one of the toughest housing markets in history.
Human Resources Manager

Andersen Windows

(Privately Held; Building Materials industry)

July 2003 — August 2006 (3 years 2 months)

Human Resource Manager – Bayport Manufacturing (2003 – 2006)
Supervised five direct and five indirect reports. Authored policy for consistent associate discipline across site and companywide drug and alcohol policy. Developed metrics to track HR performance.

Key Accomplishment:
▪ Redesigned voluntary layoff process, reduced 500 labor hours, and dramatically increased customer service to associates and management using Lean manufacturing processes.
▪ Created internal college credit training program to train employees for maintenance technician roles through grant with local community college. Program has been adopted by other colleges and companies.
▪ Reduced 292 production associate job descriptions to 4 to allow better mobility among associates, resulting in a transformation of organization.
Employee Service Center Manager

Andersen Windows

(Privately Held; Building Materials industry)

February 2001 — July 2003 (2 years 6 months)

Manager, Employee Service Center and Payroll (2001 – 2003)
Supervised team of 20 direct reports dedicated to payroll and benefits administration for more than 8,000 associates enterprise-wide. Introduced training to fill skill gaps in payroll and benefits administration. Enhanced communication within team and delivery partners through formal tools and meetings.
HR Generalist

Andersen Windows

(Privately Held; Building Materials industry)

February 2000 — February 2001 (1 year 1 month)

HR Generalist (2000 – 2001)
Spearheaded team to design a new organization combining field service and sales support functions into one organization focused on customer service. Led effort to write new job descriptions and then assess capabilities of all associates for ability to meet expectations of new organization.
Human Resource Manager

BFGoodrich

(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; GR; Aviation & Aerospace industry)

March 1996 — February 2000 (4 years )

BFGOODRICH AEROSPACE, Burnsville, MN, 1996 – 2000
Global supplier of systems and services to aerospace, defense, and homeland security markets with annual revenues of $6.4 billion and 24,000 worldwide employees in 90+ facilities across 16 countries.

Staffing Manager (1997 – 2000)
Oversaw staffing of two facilities with 1,100 employees. Designed materials for college recruiting program. Developed and implemented applicant tracking system, staffing metrics, competency-based interviewing system, and process improvement efforts. Managed occupational health department.

Occupational Health Manager (1996 – 1997)
Developed programs and policy for start-up occupational health department. Audited safety programs. Implemented cost containment and tracking program for workers’ compensation. Supervised 15-member medical emergency team. Pioneered onsite urine drug testing and breathalyzer alcohol testing for compliance with Federal Aviation Administration.
Occupational Health Nurse

Polaris

(Consumer Goods industry)

June 1994 — March 1996 (1 year 10 months)

 Hired to develop programs and implement policy for start-up Occupational Health Department
 Leader in bringing self-insured workers compensation status and Workers Compensation costs reduction by 50%
 OSHA Compliance Officer-plant expert on OSHA standards with Corporate Safety Audit responsibility for all plant locations
 FMLA and ADA Program Manager
 Implemented Occupational Health Manager Software for two locations
 Supervisor of First Responder Team of 10 employees
Registered Nurse

Meeker County Memorial Hospital

(Mental Health Care industry)

May 1993 — October 1994 (1 year 6 months)

Medical Surgical Unit, Operating Room, Post Anesthesia Recovery Unit, On-call various positions as RN throughout hospital

Jodi Heichert’s Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Certificate , Organization Development , 2008 — 2010 (expected)

Professional education certificate program focused on organization development, change management and consulting skills that build organizational capacity, increase individual capabilities, and promote a culture of excellence through strong leadership.
University of Saint Thomas - School of Business

MBA , Human Resources , 1996 — 2000
College of St. Catherine

Bachelor , Nursing , 1988 — 1993

Additional Information

Jodi Heichert’s Websites:

News about Sage Electrochromic

Jodi Heichert’s Groups:

Executive Suite
Linked:HR (#1 Human Resources Group)
LION™ Worn with Pride! [Choose wisely ... ] < BEWARE OF COUNTERFEITS >
TopLinked.com (Open Networkers)
University of St Thomas - Opus College of Business
Minnesota Networking Group
Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) Experts
LinkedMinnesota
Green & Sustainability Innovators & Innovation Network
Startup Specialists
Minnesota Recruiters
MyFirestorm Business Networking
Energy & Utilities Network
Green
Andersen Windows Employees and Alumni Group
Medical Jobs - MedPostings.com
Mechanical Engineer Forum
Corporate Recruiters. #1 Group for Corporate Recruiters.
Organization Development Network, OD Network, ODN
Alternativ Energy
Linkin Hawaii
SME Society of Manufacturing Engineers
Hawaii Economic Forum
College of St. Catherine Alumnae/i Association
Venture Capital – Private Equity – Funding – Investment
Twin Cities Human Resource Association (TCHRA)
Thin Film Network
Linked Strategies
Vacuum Coating
The Language of Luxury
Motivation Nation
JobAngels
Make Your Own Job! What You Know Is Worth More Than You Know™
Top Recommended People
HR Elite Group
Shopping Is Fun
JobsDirectUSA
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Lynxster.com - matching job seekers with recruiters and employers
Manufacturers Alliance
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Assessment-Based Consulting Tools
Job Referral Network
JobsDirectUSA Worldwide
Purple Cow Training