HR Analyst

In 1989, Wikoff’s first continual improvement department was established, adopting a Total Quality Management approach. Over the years, the department has matured and expanded its vision to include not only oversight of the quality management system, but also training programs and employee safety while adopting other improvement methodologies such as lean and six sigma. Role At Wikoff Color Corporation, we’re proud to be employee-owned, which means every team member has a stake in our success. We believe in building a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and invested in the future. We are seeking a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and service-focused HR Analyst to join our Human Resources team. This is a full-time, on-site position responsible for supporting HR operations through workforce analytics, benefits administration, payroll support, HRIS administration, compliance reporting, and continuous process improvement. The HR Analyst serves as a key resource for employees, managers, and leadership by ensuring accurate employee data, efficient payroll and benefits administration, and meaningful reporting that drives business decisions. HR Analytics & Reporting - Dayforce Analyze workforce metrics, turnover, absenteeism, retention, and headcount trends. Create and maintain HR dashboards and KPI reporting. Support compensation analysis and salary benchmarking initiatives. Maintain data integrity within the HRIS and reporting systems. Prepare workforce analytics and executive-level reporting. Other duties assigned by management Benefits Administration Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries. Coordinate annual open enrollment processes and benefit communication campaigns. Process benefits enrollments, status changes, terminations, and qualifying life events. Partner with benefits brokers and vendors to resolve eligibility and claims issues. Monitor benefit invoices and reconcile carrier billing. Assist with benefits compliance requirements including ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA reporting. Analyze benefits utilization and recommend process improvements. Other duties assigned by management Payroll Administration Assist in the administration and auditing of payroll processes. Review payroll reports for accuracy and resolve discrepancies. Maintain employee wage, deduction, tax, and direct deposit information within HRIS systems. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. Coordinate payroll-related activities including bonuses, merit increases, shift differentials, and retroactive pay adjustments. Partner with Finance to ensure accurate payroll processing and reporting. Support year-end activities including W-2 processing and payroll audits. Assist with payroll-related inquiries from employees and managers. Other duties assigned by management HRIS & Process Improvement Serve as an HRIS (Dayforce) power user and support system enhancements. Develop automated reporting solutions and dashboards. Participate in HR system implementations, testing, upgrades, and integrations. Recommend efficiencies to improve HR and payroll processes. Other duties assigned by management Qualifications 3-5 years of experience in HR Analytics, Benefits Administration, Payroll Administration, or HR Operations. 3-5 years of in depth Dayforce HRIS knowledge is required. Working knowledge of payroll regulations and multi-state payroll processing. Strong understanding of employee benefits administration and compliance requirements. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP, and dashboard creation. Competencies Payroll administration expertise Benefits administration expertise HRIS management Data quality and auditing Financial and numerical analysis Regulatory compliance knowledge Process improvement mindset Vendor relationship management Project management skills High level of confidentiality and discretion Working Conditions: Onsite office environment Fulltime Effort/Physical Demands: Constant communication with employees, peer, managers. May be required to work outside of normal working hours Health and Safety Responsibilities: Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company Rules, Plant Rules, policies and procedures. Must use or wear equipment, protective devices, or certain clothing as required by the company. Benefits: Competitive pay and overtime opportunities Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays 401(k) Employee Stock Ownership Plan Career development and training opportunities Clean, safe, and team-oriented work environment This position contributes to quality products by ensuring overall compliance to defined Product Specifications, the Quality Management System, and the Quality Policy. Additionally, this position promotes a safe work environment by complying with the defined Safety rules, GMP and regulations at all times. This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foret employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wikoff Color