Payroll Clerk & Recruiting Coordinator

Travis Pattern and Foundry•Spokane, WA

1d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Travis Pattern and Foundry, a family-owned and operated firm with over 100 years of history and the largest aluminum scrap recycler west of the Mississippi, is seeking a full-time, hourly, non-exempt Payroll Clerk & HR Recruiting Coordinator to join their payroll/HR team. This role involves approximately 50% payroll duties and 50% administrative support in the HR and Payroll office, with the distribution of time potentially fluctuating based on company needs. The company values individuals who align with their mission of building lasting trust through a customer-first, get-it-done attitude, combining manufacturing capabilities with agility to deliver quality results. They are dedicated to strengthening partnerships with employees, customers, and the community.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications
Demonstrated experience to successfully work under pressure and meet deadlines
Demonstrated experience to successfully maintain positive interpersonal relationships
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated experience to successfully work independently, organize own work
Excellent grammar and proofreading skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of tax law, tax rates, payroll deductions, FICA and other withholdings
Experience with HRIS/payroll software applications: Paylocity, ADP, PayChex, Dayforce, UKG, etc.

Responsibilities

Data entry of payroll & new hire information into Dayforce HRIS software
Assembly and organizing of new hire files
Timecard/timesheet review, clean-up and preparation for payroll processing
Communicate with department leadership to resolve timesheet questions
Collaborate with Dayforce managed payroll team as necessary
Assist with report generation for points, attendance, raises, etc.
Setup and distribution of employee pay cards (as necessary)
Management and processing of payroll including distribution, and reissue of checks or returned ACH
Provide outstanding customer service
Understand and process complex union contract agreements as it pertains to payroll
Receive and submit garnishment paperwork to Dayforce managed payroll
Work directly with Human Resources on worker’s compensation, sick leave and leaves of absence issues and payments
Address and resolve payroll and timesheet discrepancies
Provide support for employee inquiries related to payroll and timesheet concerns
Filing, scanning, other clerical duties
Screening, reviewing and qualifying applicants
Conduct preliminary phone screens
Schedule and arrange in-person interviews for Plant leadership
Assist with and/or attend job fairs/recruiting activities
Maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation
Answer frequently asked questions from applicants and employees related to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management
Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records
Perform periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
Provides clerical support to the HR department
Meet with new hires, review company policies, assist with the completion of new hire paperwork
Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations
Provides backup for other payroll and HR team members during vacations.