Payroll Specialist & HR Coordinator
Location: Lewiston, ME
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Mid Level
Payroll and HR Coordinator
Location: Lewiston, Maine
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, STD/LTD Insurance.
Vacation
Holiday and Floating Holidays.
JOB SUMMARY
The Payroll and HR Coordinator is responsible for calculating and processing accurately and timely payroll, maintaining employee records, and supporting various human resource functions. This role ensures compliance with federal, state and local regulations and provides exceptional service to employee regarding payroll and HR inquires.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Typical office demands.
• Routinely communicates face-to-face, via telephone and by computer.
• Must be able to walk a ½ mile without difficulty, bend, reach and lift 10lbs to shoulder height.
• Exposure to manufacturing conditions, which may include loud noise, variable temperatures, and dust.
Location: Lewiston, Maine
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, STD/LTD Insurance.
Vacation
Holiday and Floating Holidays.
JOB SUMMARY
The Payroll and HR Coordinator is responsible for calculating and processing accurately and timely payroll, maintaining employee records, and supporting various human resource functions. This role ensures compliance with federal, state and local regulations and provides exceptional service to employee regarding payroll and HR inquires.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Completes weekly and bi-weekly payroll processes.
- Maintain and update payroll records including wages, benefits, garnishments, taxes, deductions, job titles, and departments.
- Provides great service, assisting employees and applicants with requests and questions.
- Assists with new hire and training documentation and file completion, including ensuring proper documentation and compliance of related employee files.
- Verify US employment eligibility and maintain compliance with I-9 requirements.
- Respond to employee questions related to payroll and Time and Labor.
- Manage the recruitment process for the Union employees. Schedules interviews and prepares correspondences as needed.
- Assists with job offers and handles the onboarding processes, including physicals, drug screens, and criminal background checks.
- Processes and manages the onboarding system for new employees through HRIS system.
- Promptly and accurately completes termination processes.
- Tracks attendance points and attendance counseling.
- Administers leave of absence paperwork and tracking.
- Manages the Union job postings, applicant screening and tracking.
- Facilitates internal job transfer process.
- Responds to unemployment claims, salary surveys, and verification of employment requests.
- Maintains all employee files.
- Processes the weekly Workers Comp as you Go file for MEMIC.
- Processes the Union Check requests, weekly / monthly.
- Updates Power Points in breakroom as needed and monthly.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Proven work experience as a Payroll and HR Coordinator/Specialist, or similar role, required.
- 2+ years of experience in payroll processing, including understanding of payroll procedures and laws, is required.
- Associate Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred.
- Excellent time management skills, planning and organization skills.
- Strong numerical skills and high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle confidential information.
- Ability to critically think and solve problems.
- Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Strong computer and typing skills with good working knowledge of a range of computer packages. Proficiency in Paylocity, Microsoft Excel and 10-key are very helpful.
- Demonstrated effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a team environment.
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Typical office demands.
• Routinely communicates face-to-face, via telephone and by computer.
• Must be able to walk a ½ mile without difficulty, bend, reach and lift 10lbs to shoulder height.
• Exposure to manufacturing conditions, which may include loud noise, variable temperatures, and dust.
VETERAN/DISABLED
Elmet Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law. NO RECRUITERS PLEASE
