Edina Smith

Background

About Edina Smith

I am an Organizational Development, Operations, and HR Business Partner professional with 15+ years of experience improving workforce performance, strengthening culture, and supporting multi‑site manufacturing environments. My career has been built at the intersection of people, process, and performance, helping organizations navigate change, improve communication, and build more effective and engaged teams.Across union and non‑union settings, I’ve led initiatives that increased engagement, reduced grievances, improved cross‑functional alignment, and supported leaders through periods of transition. I bring a strong analytical foundation, hands‑on manufacturing experience, and a collaborative, systems‑thinking approach to diagnosing organizational challenges and implementing practical solutions.My strengths span organizational development, operations support, and strategic HR partnership. Whether partnering with plant managers to close process gaps, designing engagement programs that scale across sites, or coaching leaders through complex employee relations issues, I focus on creating environments where people can perform at their best.I’m energized by roles that blend culture, process, and leadership, and I’m passionate about helping organizations grow, evolve, and strengthen their workforce.