LEAD PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Department: Human Resources | Reports to: Kari Mortensen | Effective Date: 08/13/2026 | Job Status: Full Time | FLSA Status: Salaried Non-Exempt

About Us

JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

About the Role

The Human Resources Lead Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll. This role focuses on the payroll process of the facility, provides customer service to all team members, and helps resolve any issues and complaints. This role will lead the payroll team in all aspects of payroll under the supervision of the Human Resources Manager and the Assistant Human Resources Manager. This role also provides administrative support to the human resources function as needed, including record keeping, file maintenance, HRIS entry, SAP entry, Kronos entry, and other tasks as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead the Human Resources Payroll Team under the Human Resources Manager.

Responsibilities

• Leads the payroll team with all aspects of payroll including verifying employee time, payroll deductions, vacation, etc.
• Work closely with managers and supervisors.
• Maintain records as required by State and Federal Laws.
• Respond in a timely manner to employee problems, questions, and concerns.
• General office procedures including phone calls and filing.
• Help train and assist any new payroll specialist in need of training.
• Other duties as needed or required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates/Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred but not required) or equivalent work experience.
• Excellent attendance (Internal candidates must have less than 3 points).
• Ability to work 6 days a week if needed.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to be flexible with schedule when needed.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including phone etiquette.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to handle confidential material and remain confidential.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, 10-key, or related software.
• Ability to answer other payroll specialist questions and concerns.

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual (Spanish, French, Creole, Burmese) preferred but not required.
• Ability to work with SAP System.
• Ability to work in Kronos Systems.
• Ability to work in C-Cure Systems.

Physical Requirements

• Desk work.
• Computer work.
• Lifting.
• Climbing stairs.

Schedule

• 1st Shift (Flexibility Required).
• Travel Requirements: 0-5%.

Pay

Base Hourly: $21.78-$24.50

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays.
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career Development: Continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.
• Short Term Disability.
• Long Term Disability.
• JBS/Memorial Hospital Partnership.
• On-site bank.
• On-site cafeteria.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted meat sales.