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Payroll/ HR Generalist

Harbor Foodservice
Kent, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026
The Payroll/Human Resources Generalist will play a key role in managing and overseeing various HR functions, including payroll, recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. This position requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of HR best practices and payroll processes. This position will maintain records, electronically and physically, regarding a variety of programs. Handle a variety of Human Resources tasks and support internal customers.

Benefits for Harbor Team Members include paid vacation, sick, personal and holidays, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match and Employee Assistance Program.

The pay range is $72,000 - $82,000 annually

  • Lead in a variety of HR functions including payroll, recruitment, employee relations, and compliance.
  • Oversee payroll processing of time files bi-weekly for upload to corporate payroll system. Audit payroll reports after each pay period and see that corrections are made if errors are found.
  • Maintain up-to-date team member data in UKG and Paylocity time and attendance systems, including holiday entries, additions, and deletions; regularly verify and update all configuration data.
  • Train new team members in the use of our UKG and Paylocity automated time-keeping systems. Schedule occasional “refresher” training for all team members.
  • Compile new hire personnel files. Ensure that the documents in the personnel files are consistent with legal compliance.
  • Assist in recruiting, when necessary, by preparing job postings, job ads, screening applicants and performing interviews.
  • Schedule all pre-placement drug screens, and background checks. Work with the operation supervisors to maintain Delivery Driver and Order Selector applicant files and order MVRs for drivers.
  • Receive and calculate union pension and medical bills monthly, cost out to the correct cost centers.
  • Monitor benefits accruals on union team members who are on leave or light duty.
  • Respond to all employment verifications and requests for information
  • Figure union vacation and sick accruals as needed bi-weekly.
  • Monitor Union dues deductions to ensure that no team member owes back dues. Monitor Local Union 174 and Local Union 117 monthly pay rate changes that affect dues amount.
  • Assist departments on personnel problems, labor relations, staffing needs, interpretation of personnel policies and procedures
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns, providing guidance and support to resolve issues and maintain a positive work environment.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and company policies. Conduct regular audits and provide recommendations for improvements.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
  • 3-5 years of related Human Resources experience highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of labor and payroll laws and regulations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus.
  • Knowledge of employment law, state and federal, is essential to this position.
  • Ability to file, possess organizational skills, and be able to make presentations to small groups.
  • Ability to counsel employees on a variety of subjects, including company policy, and benefits, and help employees with other issues which may affect their work life.
  • Ability to work well with other employees to foster a respectful and professional work environment.
  • Ability to pass a background investigation and drug test.


Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Disabled

Salary : $72,000 - $82,000

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