2ND / 3RD SHIFT HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR-PAYROLL SPECIALIST

JBS Foods; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

JBS Foods in Ottumwa, IA seeks a 2nd/3rd SHIFT Human Resources Coordinator – Payroll Specialist to handle confidential HR data, payroll tasks, and employee recordkeeping within a dynamic HR team. This non-exempt role requires accuracy, discretion, and collaboration with accounting to ensure timely payroll processing.

The position offers flexible hours (Monday–Saturday with some Sundays) in production/maintenance settings, with a focus on compliance and data integrity in HRIS and payroll systems.

Qualifications

• Previous timekeeping / payroll experience required.
• Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office; SAP/Kronos experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track and coordinate compliance to Absentee Control Policy.
• Handle confidential HR information and maintain records.
• Enter and maintain employee data in HRIS.
• Manage payroll-related tasks and generate daily payroll reports.
• Edit payroll records per supervisor requests and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform accounting duties as assigned and support HR/Accounting teams.

Skills

Payroll experience

Excel skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Bilingual preferred

Education

High School diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

SAP

Kronos

Job description

Description

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: 2nd / 3rd SHIFT Human Resources Coordinator – Payroll Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

LOCATION: Ottumwa

SALARY CLASS: Non- Exempt

HOURS: Flexible- Monday-Saturday occasional Sundays

The Human Resource department is looking for a dependable, focused, and results-oriented individual that is seeking to advance his/her career with our company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Track and coordinate compliance to Absentee Control Policy
• Handle confidential Human Resources information.
• Maintain adequate records to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Enter and maintain employee records information into HRIS
• Employee Relations
• Assist HR staff with various clerical/administrative duties as needed
• Running daily payroll reports
• Editing payroll records per supervisors' request
• Filing payroll records.
• Handling all payroll issues concerning clock times.
• Working on temporary labor hours and other data.
• Performing accounting duties as assigned.
• Miscellaneous accounting projects for Accounting Manager and HR Manager.

BASIC SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous timekeeping / payroll experience required
• Ability to work on a proactive basis in a high paced, deadline-oriented environment
• SAP and Kronos experience strongly preferred
• Strong Excel experience and proficiency in all other Microsoft Office software
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to communicate and work closely with Accounting Manager to relate critical/urgent issues
• Must be able to set goals and meet deadlines
• Professional phone skills
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to calmly and effectively handle stressful situations.
• Results oriented. Excellent problem-solving and follow-up skills.
• Computer knowledge required (prefer experience with PeopleSoft/SAP and proficiency in MS Office)
• Bilingual skills preferred
• Good attendance record (Less than 3.0 points, for internal candidates)
• High School degree required, some college preferred
• 2 years’ human resource experience preferred
• Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment.

Working Conditions:

• Production and maintenance settings
• Exposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knives
• Slippery floors, cold temperatures, and loud ambient noise

Position is not eligible for sponsorship of external candidates.

JBS offers a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.

JBS is an equal opportunity employer.

EOE, including disability/vets.

Our foundation & our strength is in our values

DETERMINATION | SIMPLICITY | AVAILABILITY | HUMILITY | SINCERITY | DISCIPLINE | OWNERSHIP