Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
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Job Description
Location:
Michigan City Indiana United StatesJob ID:
R0104013Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US LLCProfession (Job Category):
Human ResourcesJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The Company
We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.
From our headquarters in Michigan City Indiana our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.
We are a team of innovators engineers and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today while boldly contributing to a sustainable circular economy. With more than 60 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi Sullair and Champion (Australia) we are proud of our reputation for reliability durability and performance and groundbreaking engineering.
Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power youll be part of a global network thats shaping the future of industrial power.
Summary of the Position:
The Payroll and Benefits Specialist performs duties at a professional level focused on payroll processing benefits administration and related compliance activities. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing benefits enrollment and support managing integrations between systems and addressing employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits. The position plays a key role in supporting the companys HR operations and compliance with state and federal regulations.
The Payroll and Benefits Specialist position is located at the Hitachi Global Air Power manufacturing facility in Michigan City Indiana and reports to the Director of Human Resources.
At this time we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Payroll Administration:
- Process weekly bi-weekly and monthly payroll for all employee groups
- Review and audit timecard entries; assist supervisors in resolving timekeeping issues
- Verify completion of new hire onboarding to ensure accurate payroll and benefit integration (Workday BenefitSolver Fidelity Indiana New Hire Reporting)
- Maintain integrations for payroll systems and external vendors
- Handle payroll calculations including deductions garnishments tax levies insurance and commissions
- Manage payroll tax registrations and updates for new states (State Withholding and SUI)
- Support employees with tax form updates and inquiries (W-4 State/Local tax forms)
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies or issues
- Prepare and issue W-2 forms
- Respond to payroll-related questions from employees in a professional and timely manner
Benefits Administration:
- Serve as the first point of contact for employee benefits questions and issue resolution
- Support annual Open Enrollment processes communications and system updates
- Monitor benefit enrollment in BenefitSolver; follow up with employees as needed
- Administer company leave of absence policies (FMLA personal disability etc.)
- Respond to state agencies regarding unemployment claims and wage reporting
- Submit commission payments for international employees
Learning Management System (LMS):
- Support LMS system management and employee training assignments
- Assist in developing and tracking mandatory or role-based training within the LMS
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform compensation analysis and assist with sales commission agreements
- Assist with internal and external audits
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Professional Experience:
- 35 years of payroll and benefits experience preferably in a non-union manufacturing or industrial environment
- Strong math and analytical skills
- Experience with Workday and UKG Pro is a plus
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred
Key Behaviors and Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Analytical thinker with effective problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities
- Dependable and trustworthy with a high level of discretion
- Positive team-oriented attitude with a customer service mindset
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Direct reports:
- N/A
The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related performing the job the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organizations efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.
This job description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Companys discretion.
Hitachi Global Air Power is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race religion color age gender sexual orientation national origin genetic information veteran status physical or mental disability or other protected categories under applicable law whether in recruitment employment promotion transfer compensation or other conditions of employment.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
