HB Specialty Foods · 11 hours ago
HR Generalist (Payroll)
HB Specialty Foods is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to lead payroll processing and leave administration while supporting core HR functions across a multi-state manufacturing organization. This role requires a high degree of ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
AgricultureFood and Beverage
Responsibilities
Process bi-weekly payroll in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner, including employee data for new hires, changes, and additional earnings
Review and audit timecards, earnings, deductions, and payroll adjustment
Maintain accurate records of payroll transactions and documentation
Address payroll questions, discrepancies, and corrections in a timely and professional manner
Provide training and guidance to managers and staff to ensure compliance with payroll processes and effective system utilization
Administer FMLA, state leave programs, and company leave policies from intake through return-to-work, including tracking leave usage, eligibility, and required documentation
Process monthly benefits reconciliations
Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle change
Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
Support employee relations matters through documentation and process support
Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and company policies
Identify opportunities to improve payroll, leave, and HR processes
Ensure all benefits programs and payroll processes comply with federal and state regulations
Perform all other duties as required
Qualification
Required
A minimum of two (2) years of related HR experience
Working knowledge of FMLA and leave administration
Experience independently processing payroll for a multi-state workforce
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization
Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills
Process bi-weekly payroll in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner, including employee data for new hires, changes, and additional earnings
Review and audit timecards, earnings, deductions, and payroll adjustment
Maintain accurate records of payroll transactions and documentation
Address payroll questions, discrepancies, and corrections in a timely and professional manner
Provide training and guidance to managers and staff to ensure compliance with payroll processes and effective system utilization
Administer FMLA, state leave programs, and company leave policies from intake through return-to-work, including tracking leave usage, eligibility, and required documentation
Process monthly benefits reconciliations
Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle change
Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
Support employee relations matters through documentation and process support
Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and company policies
Identify opportunities to improve payroll, leave, and HR processes
Ensure all benefits programs and payroll processes comply with federal and state regulations
Perform all other duties as required
Preferred
Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)
Manufacturing or hourly workforce experience preferred
HRIS and payroll system experience required (UKG Ready preferred)