Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll and human resources operations for an aerospace manufacturing environment in Rancho Cucamonga, California. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate pay practices, supporting employee lifecycle activities, and helping deliver dependable HR coordination for a workforce that includes both regular and contract employees. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.Responsibilities:• Administer payroll support activities for both hourly and salaried employees, helping ensure timely and accurate processing for a mixed workforce.• Prepare payroll-related audits, reconciliations, and recurring reports to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies efficiently.• Maintain organized employee records and handle day-to-day HR coordination tasks with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.• Assist with recruitment efforts by scheduling interviews, coordinating candidate logistics, and supporting onboarding workflows for new employees.• Facilitate new employee orientation steps and ensure employment documents are completed, tracked, and stored properly.• Use HR and payroll platforms such as Oracle, Alight, or Strada to update information, monitor transactions, and support administrative processes.• Work closely with operations, leadership, and internal partners to provide responsive payroll and HR support across the organization.• Help manage personnel changes involving staff and contract workers, including status updates and related documentation.• Communicate with employees in Spanish and English as needed to answer questions and support payroll or HR matters.