HR Payroll & Benefit Specialist

Job Summary

The HR Specialist – Payroll & Benefits supports and enhances the Human Resources function with a strong focus on payroll administration, benefits management, and employee relations. This role requires proven payroll expertise, a solid benefits background, and the ability to manage sensitive information while partnering effectively with employees, leadership, and external vendors.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Skills & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, or related field preferred
• 4+ years of payroll experience required
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred
• UKG experience preferred

Major Accountabilities

• Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll and required payroll reporting
• Calculate, audit, and input payroll data including wages, bonuses, taxes, garnishments, etc.
• Reconcile time and attendance records, including missed punches and paid personal leave
• Coordinate with payroll vendors to resolve payroll discrepancies
• Maintain HR systems and records to ensure accuracy, organization, and legal compliance
• Serve as liaison between corporate offices, insurance providers, and employees regarding benefit plans
• Administer benefit enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment processes
• Coordinate 401(k) plan administration including reporting, meetings, loans, rollovers, and distributions
• Manage unemployment claims and represent the company at unemployment hearings
• Manage all leave activity with third-party vendors
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with employees across all shifts
• Respond to internal and external HR inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Prepare and deliver HR reports, metrics, and data as requested
• Document, track, and investigate employee relations concerns through timely closure

Working Conditions

• In-person/office
• Approximately 95% office environment and 5% plant floor
• Support physical inventory process 1-2 Saturdays/year
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed