Tara Uutela
About Tara Uutela
Tara Uutela is a Senior Human Resources Manager with over 17 years of experience in the field. She has worked at Shamrock Foods Company since 2021 and previously held HR positions at New Mexico Cancer Center and Premier Distributing Company.
Work at Shamrock Foods
Tara Uutela serves as the Senior Human Resources Manager at Shamrock Foods Company, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees a broad spectrum of HR functions, ensuring effective management of employee relations and HR policies. Her responsibilities include recruitment, benefits administration, and compliance with labor regulations. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Tara contributes to the company's HR strategies and initiatives, leveraging her extensive experience in the field.
Previous Experience at New Mexico Cancer Center
Prior to her current role, Tara Uutela worked as the HR Manager at New Mexico Cancer Center - New Mexico Oncology Hematology Consultants, LTD from 2018 to 2021. During her three years in this position, she focused on resolving employee relations issues and implementing HR policies. Her work involved managing various HR tasks, including recruitment and employee benefits, which contributed to the overall efficiency of the organization.
HR Experience at Premier Distributing Company
Tara Uutela gained significant experience as an HR Assistant/Generalist at Premier Distributing Company from 2002 to 2016. Over her 14 years there, she developed a comprehensive understanding of human resources practices. This role provided her with foundational skills in employee relations, policy enforcement, and various HR administrative functions.
Education and Expertise
Tara Uutela holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration and Management from Southern New Hampshire University, which she completed in 2018. She also earned an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from Central New Mexico Community College in 2014. Her educational background supports her extensive HR expertise, which spans over 17 years in the field.
HR Responsibilities and Skills
Tara Uutela's HR responsibilities encompass a wide range of functions. She manages new hires and terminations, oversees benefits administration, and provides assistance with 401-K plans. Additionally, she handles employee relations, policy writing and enforcement, job descriptions, CDL paperwork, Workman's Compensation, and FMLA. Her comprehensive skill set enables her to effectively address employee concerns and implement HR best practices.