Vanessa Hardaway
About Vanessa Hardaway
Vanessa Hardaway is a Human Resources Manager specializing in Employee and Labor Relations at Federal Signal Corporation, where she has worked since 2008. She has previous experience in various roles at Motorola and Federal Signal Corporation, and holds a bachelor's degree from Purdue University and an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University.
Current Role at Federal Signal Corporation
Vanessa Hardaway serves as the Human Resources Manager for Employee and Labor Relations at Federal Signal Corporation. She has held this position since 2008, contributing to the company for over 16 years. Her role involves managing employee relations and ensuring effective communication between management and staff. She operates from Oak Brook, Illinois, where she plays a key part in shaping the workplace culture and addressing employee concerns.
Previous Experience at Federal Signal Corporation
Prior to her current role, Vanessa Hardaway worked in various capacities at Federal Signal Corporation. She served as a Printed Circuit Board Supervisor from 2001 to 2004, followed by a position as Production Operations Supervisor from 2004 to 2008. In these roles, she gained experience in overseeing production processes and managing teams, which laid the foundation for her current responsibilities in human resources.
Experience at Motorola
Vanessa Hardaway began her career at Motorola, where she worked from 1997 to 2001. During her four years there, she held positions as a Strategic Sourcing Analyst and Cellular Supervisor. This experience provided her with a solid background in sourcing strategies and operational management, which she later applied in her roles at Federal Signal Corporation.
Educational Background
Vanessa Hardaway holds a Bachelor’s degree from Purdue University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University. Her academic qualifications support her expertise in human resources and management, equipping her with the necessary skills to navigate complex employee relations issues.