Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Location:  Lewiston; 1 RiverSide Drive, Lewiston, MN 55952

Remote Work:  This position is required to work onsite every day for the first 90-days.  After 90-days, this position can work remote 1 day of each work week.  4 days of each work week is required to work onsite at the Lewiston facility.  

Days/Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 hours per day between the hours of 7:00am-5:00pm

Position Status: Full-Time

The Company:
RiverSide Integrated Solutions, Inc. is an advanced Contract Manufacturer providing robust comprehensive solutions in Circuit Board Assembly, Electromechanical & Mechanical Assembly, Kitting, Supply Chain Management, Fulfillment, Distribution, and Reverse Logistics.  With a culture of customer focused solutions and continuous improvement, RiverSide Integrated Solutions, Inc. is uniquely positioned to respond to any customer need. As a co-worker, you will be offered a variety of competitive benefits including medical, dental, disability, life, 401K and more.  Come join our team to be a part of a great organization!

The Team:
This role is a part of the Human Resource team. The team works with and supports all other departments in the organization including the full network of companies: RiverSide Integrated Solutions, JMW Enterprises, and CCSI. 

The Role:

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and administration of employee benefits programs. This position ensures compliance with company policies, federal and state regulations, and supports employees with payroll and benefit-related inquiries. The role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and a customer-service mindset.

You will spend your time:

• Processing biweekly payroll for 300 coworkers (non-exempt & exempt) via HRIS system (Paycom)
• Resolving payroll discrepancies
• Ensuring accurate calculation of wages, overtime, shift differentials, and other earnings
• Maintaining payroll records and employee data in the HRIS/payroll system
• Overseeing employment verification, unemployment audits, wage garnishments/levies
• Conducting regular compensation audits
• Processing new hires, terminations, pay changes, garnishments, and deductions
• Processing W-2 forms and 1095s for employees at the end of each calendar year
• Administering day to day activities of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending plan, 401(k) plan and retirement plan)
• Educating employees on benefit eligibility and benefits per plan documents
• Auditing benefit enrollment elections and deductions
• Preparing and maintaining benefit communications, surveys and information material
• Administering leave (FMLA, MN Paid Leave, Worker Compensation)  
• Administering workers compensation claims and communicating with third party administrator to manage claims
• Answering employee inquiries
• Working on other projects or duties as assigned

We are excited about you if you have:

• Required Qualifications:
  • Able to maintain confidentiality and privacy of all personal or sensitive data
  • Excellent professional verbal and written communication and customer service skills
  • An ability to asses co-worker needs and provide solutions
  • Strong initiative, ability to anticipate issues proactively
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Continuous improvement focused
  • High level of integrity
  • Knowledge of arithmetic and algebra and an ability to apply critical thinking to payroll and benefit solution
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (with an emphasis in Excel) and data entry

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associates degree in Business Management or Human Resources preferred and or prior knowledge and understanding of HR, Benefits and Payroll processes
  • Knowledgeable of Federal, State, and local wage and hour policies and employment tax laws
  • Experience presenting benefits and creating open enrollment plans and procedures
  • Experience navigating HRIS systems

Travel:

• Travel between the RiverSide Lewiston and Winona facilities required
• Infrequent travel for trainings and/or business needs may be required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling
• Lifting up to 10 pounds

Work Environment:

• Office setting

Salary : $21 - $25