Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Cardinal Glass Industries•Portage, WI

9h•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist who is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processes, manages employee data within HRIS systems, completes onboarding activities, administers benefit programs, and oversees leave of absence administration and return-to-work coordination. Additionally, tracks HR data, supports compliance and reporting, collaborates with supervisors and managers, and assists with interviewing and hiring hourly technicians. The role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and a commitment to providing responsive, professional HR support across the organization. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will need to demonstrate a solid work ethic through diligent effort, availability, accuracy, good decision-making, and keeping information confidential. This position will help backup the Office Assistant and/or Accounts Payable/Production Reporting position and support other members of the team as needed.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in payroll, benefits administration, or HR support role
High school diploma or equivalent required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Products
Pass a pre-employment background check, and drug screen
Working knowledge of HR practices and HRIS systems
Technical skills: Proficient with computers, office software, standard office equipment, and phone system.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field preferred
Experience in a manufacturing or hourly workforce environment (UKG platform) strongly preferred
Prior involvement in recruitment or interviewing preferred
Learn to navigate multiple systems effectively (e.g., UKG Pro, Cornerstone, etc.)

Responsibilities

Ensuring accurate and timely payroll processes
Manages employee data within HRIS systems
Completes onboarding activities
Administers benefit programs
Oversees leave of absence administration and return-to-work coordination
Tracks HR data
Supports compliance and reporting
Collaborates with supervisors and managers
Assists with interviewing and hiring hourly technicians
Backup the Office Assistant and/or Accounts Payable/Production Reporting position
Support other members of the team as needed