Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist at Kurt J. Lesker Company plays a critical role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The Payroll Specialist will manage payroll processes, maintain compliance, and support employees with empathy and professionalism. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organization that values precision, innovation, and people. Job Details Type of Employment: Full-time, Permanent Location: Jefferson Hills, PA Division/Department: Corporate/Human Resources Reports to: Human Resources Manager Shift: Monday – Friday, Daylight Key Responsibilities Manage full‑cycle biweekly payroll for multistate U.S. operations and Canada, including system maintenance, tax filings, garnishments, overtime, unemployment verifications, employee changes, and reporting. Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, federal and state tax regulations, and applicable employment standards. Calculate and process monthly incentive program and commission payments. Administer benefit programs and maintain files and documentation in accordance with regulations and company policies. Oversee Workers’ Compensation claims and work with EHS Manager to maintain OSHA documentation. Maintain and recommend improvements to HRIS and time & attendance systems. Support audits, reconciliations, census reporting, and payroll‑related accounting activities. Respond to employee and vendor payroll inquiries with professionalism, discretion, and timeliness. Other duties assigned. Qualifications Experience processing multistate payroll; ADP experience preferred. Minimum 2+ years of experience in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, and/or Human Resources. Associate’s degree in related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office; comfortable working with payroll, benefits, and HR systems. Comfortable suggesting and presenting process improvements. Experience with D365 or another ERP system preferred. Deadline driven in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy. Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Why Kurt J. Lesker Company Kurt J. Lesker Company is a global leader in vacuum technology and advanced manufacturing, supporting critical industries such as semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and optical. With more than 70 years of innovation, we offer employees the opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge technologies in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment. Benefits Competitive compensation Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off and employee recognition programs Onsite gym, wellness programs, and walking trails Electric vehicle charging stations and sustainability initiatives A collaborative, people‑first culture Kurt J. Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to our human resources department at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io to provide the nature of your request. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kurt J. Lesker Company