Job Description :
The Payroll Clerk / Administrative Support provides critical payroll and administrative support for plant operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of hourly payroll while maintaining operational and accounting controls. This role reports to the Senior Plant Controller and supports approximately 750 hourly employees across the plant campus. Flexibility in work hours is required to meet payroll deadlines, which may include weekends and holidays.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Payroll Processing & Backup (60%)
- Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly employees and contingent workforce.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
- Process payroll deductions, additional earnings, garnishments, and vendor setups.
- Track hourly attendance and assist employees with payroll inquiries.
- Assist with annual / periodic wage updates, maintaining spreadsheets for IS and HR.
2. Customer Support & Training (30%)
Serve as a point of contact for payroll questions from employees and supervisors.Develop and deliver payroll training for supervisors and employees, including paystub comprehension.Act as a subject matter expert for ad hoc payroll requests, providing insights and data support.Assist with testing and updates for payroll systems (e.g., S / 4).3. Administrative Support (10%)
Provide general administrative support to the plant campus, including purchasing and requisitioning for emergencies.Approve overtime for salaried personnel.Manage data tracking, SAP files, and training manuals (electronic and hard copy).Coordinate meetings, attendance, and related resources.Scope / Dimensions :
Supports approximately 750 hourly employees.Oversees production payroll for approximately 165 million pounds at the main plant and 50 million pounds at the secondary plant (2025 budget).Responsible for labor costs totaling approximately $80 million at the plant campus (2025 budget).Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Strong analytical skills with ability to improve processes.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.Flexibility to work varying schedules to meet deadlines.Must Have Skills :
1-2 years automated time and attendance system experience and / or General Accounting experience preferred, but not requiredProficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word, and Excel requiredHigh school diploma or GED required. Associates degree or equivalent education and / or experience preferred, but not requiredEducation : High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or equivalent preferred.
Preferred / Nice to have :
Understanding of how employee attendance practices impact payroll (FMLA, STD, Vacation, etc.) preferred.SAP experience is preferred, but not required