HRIS Benefits Payroll Manager
hace 8 días
Fraser
Job DescriptionHRIS, Payroll, & Benefits Manager OverviewWe are partnering with a leading provider of custom injection molding solutions, with over $250 million in annual sales and a customer base that spans multiple industries including automotive, appliance, industrial, and consumer goods. They operate several manufacturing plants across North America. They pride themself on innovation, customer partnership, and a relentless commitment to quality and operational excellence.They are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Manager of HRIS, Benefits, and Payroll to lead critical human capital systems and ensure compliance and accuracy across compensation programs, benefits administration, and payroll operations. This role also provides oversight of workers’ compensation, facilitates HR team alignment, and supports executive-level strategic projects. Reporting directly to the VP of HR, this position plays a key role in delivering reliable and scalable HR infrastructure that supports company-wide operations.Job Summary:The Manager of HRIS, Benefits, and Payroll is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and administration of their human resources information systems, payroll operations, and benefits programs across all locations. This role ensures compliance with federal and state employment laws, manages accurate and timely payroll processing, oversees benefits vendors and employee inquiries, and drives compensation initiatives including wage increases and annual review cycles. Additionally, this position leads workers’ compensation processes and coordinates recurring HR team meetings, while serving as a strategic partner to the CEO on special projects.Responsibilities • Lead the administration, configuration, and continuous improvement of the HRIS platform, ensuring accurate employee data and reporting functionality., • Manage payroll operations for multi-state locations, ensuring timely, compliant, and accurate payroll processing, tax filings, and year-end reporting., • Oversee all benefits programs (health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, COBRA, etc.), including vendor management, open enrollment, and compliance., • Serve as the primary contact for workers' compensation claims, coordinating with third-party administrators, plant safety teams, and legal as needed., • Own compensation program oversight, including annual merit and market adjustment cycles, wage increase analysis, and job evaluation support., • Analyze trends and recommend improvements to benefits and compensation strategies that enhance employee engagement and cost efficiency., • Support compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws, including ACA, FLSA, ERISA, and HIPAA., • Lead or support special projects as assigned by the CEO, including M&A due diligence, system implementations, or corporate restructuring., • Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and Plant HR leaders to support business objectives., • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business, or related field., • 7+ years of progressive HR, payroll, or benefits experience in a multi-state manufacturing environment., • In-depth knowledge of HRIS systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP, UKG), including system administration and reporting., • Strong understanding of payroll compliance, benefits regulations, and tax reporting., • Experience managing workers’ compensation claims and coordinating return-to-work programs., • Demonstrated leadership in HR operations, including coordination of team meetings and collaboration across departments., • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism., • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting to executives.Preferred Qualifications:• Experience in plastic injection molding or similar manufacturing environment., • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, or similar HR certification., • Project management experience in HRIS transitions or system upgrades.