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HR, Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Location: Central Wisconsin / Chippewa Valley Area
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Pay: $23.00–$27.00 per hour
About the Opportunity
A growing manufacturing company in Central Wisconsin is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable HR, Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join its team.
Located in the Chippewa Valley region, this opportunity may be a great fit for candidates living in or around Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Stanley, Cadott, Abbotsford, Medford, or surrounding communities.
This hands-on position focuses on payroll processing, benefits administration, HR systems, and hourly employee recruiting. It's an excellent opportunity for someone with approximately two years of payroll and HRIS experience who enjoys working with people, managing details, and continuing to develop their HR skills.
We're looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, enjoys learning, and understands the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and follow-through.
What You'll Do
Payroll & Timekeeping
- Process accurate and timely employee payroll.
- Review timecards, overtime, PTO, deductions, and payroll adjustments.
- Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with payroll reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.
Benefits Administration
- Coordinate employee benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations.
- Assist employees with benefit questions and enrollment processes.
- Maintain benefit records and reconcile deductions and invoices.
- Support annual open enrollment and benefits communication.
HRIS & Employee Records
- Maintain accurate employee information in the HR/payroll system.
- Process new hires, terminations, and employee changes.
- Generate reports and assist with data analysis.
- Help improve HR processes and system accuracy.
Hourly Recruiting & Onboarding
- Manage job postings and applicant tracking for entry-level and hourly positions.
- Review applications, conduct initial candidate screenings, and coordinate interviews.
- Communicate with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process.
- Coordinate pre-employment requirements, new-hire paperwork, and onboarding.
- Maintain accurate recruiting records and help improve the candidate experience.
HR Administration
- Maintain personnel files and required employment documentation.
- Track employee PTO, attendance, and leave records.
- Assist with compliance reporting and other HR administrative projects.
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to employees and leadership.
What We're Looking For
- Approximately 2 years of hands-on payroll and HRIS experience.
- Experience with payroll processing, timekeeping, and employee records.
- Familiarity with employee benefits administration preferred.
- Experience with hourly recruiting or applicant tracking systems is a plus.
- Paylocity experience preferred.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to learn, take initiative, and grow professionally.
What Makes You a Great Fit
You enjoy working with numbers, systems, and people. You're comfortable managing multiple priorities, take pride in accuracy, and follow through on the details.
You're approachable, dependable, tech-savvy, and willing to jump in wherever needed. Whether you're processing payroll, helping an employee with benefits, or coordinating an interview, you understand the importance of providing a positive employee experience.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay of $23–$27, based on experience.
- Full-time, on-site position.
- Opportunity to expand your payroll, benefits, recruiting, and HRIS knowledge.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing organization.
Interested?
If you're organized, detail-oriented, and looking for an opportunity to grow your career in human resources, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today!
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Payroll: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $27