Compensation & Performance Specialist

Gotion, Inc.•Manteno, IL

7d•$90,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Compensation & Performance Specialist is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and administration of the company’s compensation and performance management programs. This role ensures alignment with business objectives, market competitiveness, internal equity, and regulatory compliance, while driving a high-performance culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
3–6 years of experience in compensation, performance management, or HR analytics
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel
Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, SAP)
Knowledge of U.S. labor laws and compensation regulations
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or fast-growing organizations preferred
Experience with salary benchmarking tools (e.g., Mercer, Radford)
Experience supporting bonus and incentive program design
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment

Responsibilities

Support the development and maintenance of salary structures, job grades, and compensation bands
Conduct market benchmarking and salary surveys to ensure competitiveness
Assist in annual salary review processes, including merit increases, promotions, and adjustments
Partner with HR and business leaders to design competitive offer packages
Monitor and analyze labor costs, salary budgets, and headcount expenses
Administer bonus programs, including annual and project-based incentives
Support the implementation of performance management frameworks (KPI/OKR)
Coordinate performance review cycles (monthly/quarterly/annual)
Facilitate performance calibration processes to ensure consistency and fairness
Track and analyze performance ratings and trends
Ensure performance outcomes are effectively linked to compensation and talent decisions
Prepare compensation and performance-related reports and dashboards
Analyze workforce data, including labor cost, turnover, and productivity metrics
Provide insights and recommendations to support business decisions
Ensure all compensation practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., FLSA, Equal Pay Act)
Support the development and communication of compensation and performance policies
Maintain accurate documentation and audit readiness
Maintain compensation and performance data in HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, SAP)
Support system updates, process improvements, and data integrity
Assist in automation and optimization of HR processes
Provide guidance to managers on compensation decisions and performance management
Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay and performance policies
Support change management initiatives related to compensation and performance programs