Safety Trainer / Resource

Rob Lapota holds the position of Senior Human Resource Manager, Human Resource Information & Solutions for MRA. Over 23 years of experience in all facets of human resource management has prepared Rob to assist employers in finding workable solutions to real-life human resources issues.

Prior to MRA, Rob worked for a 1000+ employee nonunion, multi-plant, international corporation, where he served as Acting Vice President of Human Resources. He was responsible for overseeing and directing all facets of human resources, including strategic planning, policies and procedures, recruiting, training, safety, worker’s compensation, affirmative action, EEOC compliance, employee counseling and disciplinary procedures, benefits, compensation, budgeting, and H1-B/L1 visa applications. Rob’s background also includes the development of ISO 9000 and QS 9000 human resource compliance programs. Rob also has extensive experience in the development of human resource systems and metrics for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. In addition, Rob is a human resources management instructor for a local technical college.

As a nationally renowned speaker, Rob also spearheads the development and presentation of human resource training programs offered at MRA and employer facilities. He has trained thousands of employees and continually develops new programs to respond to the changing needs of employers.

Rob holds a bachelor of business administration in industrial relations and master’s degree in industrial and labor relations from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. His training also includes participation in the HR Executive Management Program, University of Michigan, and the Certified Trainer Program through Achieve Global.