HR/Payroll Specialist

HR/Payroll Specialist

Primetals Technologies USA is a leading partner for engineering, plant construction and lifecycle services in the metal industry. We provide innovative and practical solutions to support our customers with long-term sustainability goals and their increased competitiveness. We believe the technical and economic know-how of our employees is the key success factor of our company. At Primetals Technologies, you are encouraged to learn, grow, develop and contribute. Come join the 7,000 employees worldwide working at Primetals Technologies, a Group Company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. We are currently searching for candidates for Human Resources Coordinator to support all of PTUS, and it is based in Alpharetta, GA. Reporting to the HR Manager, the successful HR Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting HR operations with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. This position ensures smooth execution of HR processes, serves as a resource for employees and managers, and maintains the integrity of HR systems and documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Payroll processing and related duties, ensuring accurate and timely execution.
• Act as the initial point of contact for HR-related inquiries, delivering accurate interpretation of policies and procedures.
• Coordinate recruiting and onboarding support including job postings and approvals, communication with candidates, background screenings, I-9 verification, new hire orientation and training records.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Serve as the Leave Administrator for all leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee and manager inquiries on payroll items, HR policies and processes, and support employee engagement initiatives.
• Provide employee relations support by gathering information, documenting concerns, and escalating to HRBPs as appropriate.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information and ensure adherence to employment laws, company policies, and contractual obligations.
• Serve as the HRIS point of contact, ensuring data accuracy, troubleshooting issues, and supporting system-related tasks; provide support for audit activities.

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge:

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Business or equivalent practical experience.
• 2-4 years of HR Coordinator experience.
• Strong communication, time management, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with SuccessFactors is a plus.
• Experience with Payroll processing and systems.

Primetals Technologies offers a full range of benefits starting with first day of employment. If you want to learn more about Primetals Technologies, visit our website!