Specialist, HR Labor Relations & Payroll

WK Kellogg Co; Mexicali; On-site; MXN 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

WK Kellogg Co in Mexicali seeks a Specialist, HR Labor Relations & Payroll to support HR operations for the plant. You will manage employee master data, pre-payroll activities, benefits and labor relations, ensuring compliance and accurate payroll processing.

You’ll also assist audits, maintain records, handle new hire documentation, and help drive positive employee relations while adhering to company policies and Mexican labor regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Experience with payroll systems, pre-payroll processes, employee administration, and attendance management.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Kronos.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of employee benefits administration and HR documentation processes.
• Understanding of Mexican labor requirements and HR compliance practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain employee master data in SAP, ensuring changes transfer to payroll.
• Review and validate pre-payroll inputs: attendance, vacations, absences, leaves, bonuses, payments.
• Ensure local HR processes align with policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support administration of employee benefits and savings programs with external providers as needed.
• Assist internal audits and regulatory reviews (IMSS, Ministry of Labor) for compliance.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files and HR records.
• Prepare employment contracts and documentation for new hires.
• Support positive employee relations and initiatives for a stable, respectful work environment.
• Participate in new hire orientation and quarterly/annual employee communications.
• Prepare and maintain HR metrics and reports to support business needs.

Skills

Advanced English

Attention to detail

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Administration, Human Resources, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Kronos

Microsoft Office

Job description

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 120 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love you to join us in this effort.

As a Specialist, HR Labor Relations & Payroll , you will play a key role in supporting HR operations for our Mexicali Plant. You will be responsible for employee master data administration, pre-payroll activities, employee benefits, labor relations, compliance, and HR reporting.

This role ensures the accurate processing of employee information and payroll-related transactions, including attendance, vacation, leaves of absence, disability, special payments, weekly and semiannual bonuses, savings fund programs, and termination payments.

You will also support internal and regulatory audits, maintain accurate employee records, and help foster positive employee relations while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable labor regulations.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Employee Data & Payroll Support: Manage and maintain employee master data in SAP, ensuring personnel changes and updates are accurately transferred to payroll.

• Pre-Payroll Administration: Review and validate payroll-related inputs, including attendance, vacation, absences, leaves, disability, bonuses, special payments, savings programs, and termination payments.

• Policies & Procedures: Ensure local HR processes are aligned with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Benefits Administration: Support the administration of employee benefits and savings programs, including coordination with external providers as applicable.

• Compliance & Audits: Support internal audits and regulatory reviews from IMSS, the Ministry of Labor, and other government entities, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.

• Employee Records: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files, documentation, and HR records.

• New Hire Documentation: Prepare employment contracts and required documentation for new employees.

• Employee Relations: Support positive employee relations and initiatives that promote a stable, respectful, and productive work environment.

• Employee Communication: Participate in new hire orientation programs and quarterly and annual employee communication meetings.

• HR Reporting: Prepare and maintain HR metrics, reports, and documentation to support business and HR needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Administration, Human Resources, or a related field . Degree completion required.

• Experience in payroll systems, pre-payroll processes, employee administration, and attendance management .

• Working knowledge of SAP and Kronos .

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office .

• Knowledge of employee benefits administration and HR documentation processes.

• Understanding of Mexican labor requirements and HR compliance practices.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential employee information.

• Advanced English proficiency .

ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com.

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance, this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.

WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.