Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Payroll & Benefits Specialist About the Company and Opportunity: This Payroll & Benefits Specialist role offers the chance to join a long‑standing, family‑owned manufacturing organization that continues to grow and evolve. With nearly 70 years in business and strong recent expansion, the company provides a stable yet forward‑thinking environment. This is a highly visible role with the opportunity to shape processes, influence HR operations, and make the position your own within a collaborative team. - Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 base + bonus - Ownership: Third‑generation, family‑owned organization with deep roots since 1955 - Growth: Significant expansion over the past five years - Environment: Manufacturing setting with a close‑knit, team‑oriented culture - Flexibility: Hybrid work schedule with a flexible, employee‑focused approach - Impact: Opportunity to build, refine, and improve payroll and benefits processes - Support: Recently expanded HR team, including bilingual support to enhance employee communication Key Responsibilities of the Payroll & Benefits Specialist Role: - Process full‑cycle payroll on a weekly basis for approximately 160 employees, including both hourly and salaried staff - Handle payroll for contract labor, ensuring compliance and accuracy - Administer employee benefits, including onboarding and enrollment processes - Manage benefit setup within ADP Workforce Now, ensuring employees are properly enrolled - Maintain accurate payroll and benefits records in compliance with company policies and regulations - Support new hire onboarding through benefits education and enrollment guidance - Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, tax requirements, and internal policies - Serve as a resource for employees regarding payroll and benefits‑related questions Requirements for the Payroll & Benefits Specialist Role: - 2+ years of experience in payroll processing and/or benefits administration - Strong understanding of full‑cycle payroll processes - Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred - Knowledge of payroll compliance, tax, and employee benefit processes #INJUL2026