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April Gough

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Senior HR manager at BELDEN INC. who raised workforce retention to 98% and cut cost-per-hire by 30%.

At BELDEN INC., I led HR strategy across multi-site manufacturing operations, partnering with executive and plant leadership on workforce performance, retention, and operational efficiency. I transformed the hiring model from temporary-to-hire to direct hire, reducing cost-per-hire by 30% while improving candidate quality and time-to-fill.

I redesigned engagement and workforce strategies that increased retention to 98%, and implemented dedicated recruiting functions to boost hiring capacity and lower reliance on external labor. I also oversaw succession planning and internal talent development.

Earlier, at TS TECH INDIANA, LLC, I integrated HR and EHS priorities and supported workforce continuity during COVID-19 with staffing models to forecast absenteeism and address labor needs. Across my HR roles, I’ve worked on employee relations, workforce planning, compliance, and talent development in manufacturing.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Human Resources Manager

Belden Inc.

Jan 2021 - Jan 2026 (5 years)

Led HR strategy across multi-site manufacturing operations, partnering with executive and plant leadership to drive workforce performance, retention, and operational efficiency. Transformed hiring model to direct hire, reducing cost-per-hire by 30% and increasing retention to 98%.

Multi Site HR Operations Workforce Strategy Cost Optimization Talent Acquisition Succession Planning Employee Relations Diversity And Inclusion People Analytics

Human Resources and EHS Section Manager

TS Tech Indiana, LLC

Jan 2018 - Jan 2021 (3 years)

Integrated HR and environmental health and safety (EHS) to improve workforce stability, employee safety, and operational performance. Developed staffing models during COVID-19, managed budgets, and redesigned attendance strategies to reduce absenteeism impact.

HR Management EHS Workforce Planning Budget Management KPI Tracking Attendance Management COVID 19 Response

HR Business Partner

O'Neal Steel

Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)

Strengthened engagement and reduced turnover by advising leadership on HR strategy and workforce planning. Conducted workplace investigations and supported talent acquisition to maintain staffing levels.

Employee Relations Performance Management Conflict Resolution Talent Acquisition Workforce Planning Investigation

Assistant HR Manager

Stant

Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)

Aided with labor relations and union strategy, partnering with plant leadership on employee relations and contract interpretation. Implemented employee recognition program and supported HR operations including recruitment and onboarding.

Labor Relations Union Strategy Employee Relations Grievance Management Performance Management Employee Recognition

HR Administrator

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana

Built university and community partnerships, expanded campus recruiting, and launched a co-op program to create an early-career talent pipeline. Implemented tuition reimbursement and improved new hire onboarding processes.

University Recruiting Diversity Outreach Co Op Program Management Tuition Reimbursement Specialist Onboarding