HR and Payroll Business Partner

Fuller Technologies•Allentown, PA

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About The Position

The HR & Payroll Business Partner supports Fuller Technologies’ U.S. operations by managing accurate and timely payroll while providing day-to-day HR support to managers and employees. The role contributes to employee support, compliance, and consistent HR and payroll processes across the organization. It is part of a collaborative Human Resources team that works with leaders and employees across the company and regions to support organizational performance and employee experience. The position manages U.S. payroll for approximately 250 exempt and nonexempt employees and maintains employee information in Workday and other HR and payroll systems. It also supports employee relations, performance management, employee lifecycle activities, and annual HR processes. The role partners with HR and payroll colleagues across regions and cross-trains on Mexico and Brazil payroll processes to provide backup support when needed. Fuller Technologies describes its workplace as collaborative, inclusive, supportive, and focused on professional growth and continuous learning. The company states that it is committed to driving growth while minimizing environmental impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
At least 8 years of progressive HR and payroll experience, including substantial hands-on U.S. payroll processing responsibilities.
Demonstrated experience independently managing U.S. payroll for exempt and nonexempt employees.
Experience supporting managers and employees with employee relations, performance management, onboarding, and HR administration.
Strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations, payroll taxes, wage and hour requirements, and employment compliance.
Strong organizational, analytical, and Excel skills; excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
Willingness to learn and provide backup support for Mexico and Brazil payroll processes.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Paylocity is strongly preferred; Workday or another HRIS is a plus.
Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or operational environment is preferred.
HR or payroll certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate accurate, timely U.S. payroll for approximately 250 exempt and nonexempt employees.
Review and validate payroll inputs, calculations, reconciliations, and reporting, ensuring compliance with federal and state payroll regulations.
Serve as a primary HR resource for managers and employees, advising on employee relations, performance management, policies, and workplace matters.
Support employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, employee changes, leaves of absence, and offboarding.
Assist with employee relations matters, performance improvement, disciplinary actions, and related documentation.
Support annual HR processes, including performance reviews, merit planning, talent initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
Maintain accurate employee information in Workday and other HR and payroll systems, ensuring data integrity and timely updates.
Partner with HR and payroll colleagues across regions and cross-train on Mexico and Brazil payroll processes to provide backup support when needed.
Identify opportunities to improve HR and payroll processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance the employee experience.