HR Analyst

Socket.dev; Elgin (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an HR Analyst in Elgin, IL to manage HRIS systems and analytics. The role requires hybrid work with at least three days on-site and focus on data integrity, reporting, and system optimization across payroll, time tracking, and benefits.

The analyst will partner with HR leaders to deliver dashboards and insights for operating and strategic decision-making, while supporting continuous improvement and data governance across US and Canadian processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field is preferred.
• 3–5 years administering global HRIS platforms, preferably with Paylocity/Dayforce.
• Experience with payroll, benefits, time and attendance, and workforce planning functions.
• Advanced Excel and experience building reports and dashboards in BI tools.

Responsibilities

• HRIS administration for Paylocity, Dayforce, and related systems.
• Develop and maintain HR analytics dashboards and reports.
• Support payroll, benefits, and data governance across HR systems.
• Lead automation and process-improvement projects in HRIS.

Skills

HRIS administration

Excel

Power BI

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related field

Tools

Paylocity

Dayforce

Job description

Description

Job Description

Title: HR Analyst

Location: Elgin, IL –

Shift(s): Hybrid work environment minimum of 3 days on-site

Internal/External posting: Both

AI Applicant Screening used:

Salary Range: $80,000 -$90,000

POSITION SCOPE:

The HR Analyst is responsible for the administration, optimization, and ongoing support of BelPak's HR technology platforms, serving as the primary resource for systems configuration and human capital analytics and business intelligence. This role works within multiple HR systems across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, time and attendance, payroll, total rewards, talent management, and offboarding, to ensure master data integrity, system effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and seamless integration with internal and external platforms.

Working closer with HR, business leaders and agency partners, the HR Analyst will help develop and maintain core human capital analytics and dashboards for routine business reporting to key executive stakeholders in support of both operational and strategic decision-making. This role helps streamline and automate workforce data across systems and supports total workforce planning initiatives for both FTE and contingent populations. Adopting a continuous improvement mindset, the HR Analyst identifies opportunities to automate and improve business processes – delivering actionable insights and solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness, operational efficiency, scalability and the overall employee experience.

REPORTS TO:

Director, Total Rewards

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

HRIS Administration & System Support

• Serve as the primary administrator for Paylocity, Dayforce, and related HR systems.
• Manage employee master data, organizational structures, security roles, workflows, and approval processes.
• Maintain system integrity and perform regular audits of employee and payroll data.
• Coordinate HRIS upgrades, testing, implementations, and system enhancements.
• Troubleshoot system issues to improve functionality and coordinate vendor support where required
• Develop and maintain HRIS documentation, procedures, and training materials.
• Develop and deliver HRIS training and support to managers and employees.

Workforce Reporting & Analytics

• Develop and maintain human capital analytics, dashboards, and reporting.
• Create reports and visualizations using Excel, Power BI, HRIS reporting tools, and dashboard platforms.
• Support annual budgeting and workforce planning initiatives through labor analytics and forecasting.
• Analyze workforce trends and provide recommendations to leadership.

Innovation, Process Improvement & Automation

• Stay current in HR technology trends and seek new technologies and tools to innovate and automate HR processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes through automation and technology.
• Standardize reporting processes and reduce manual data entry.
• Implement workflows and reporting solutions that improve operational efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead HRIS-related projects and system enhancements.

Compliance & Data Governance

• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, reporting requirements, and data governance standards across the United States and Canada.
• Support payroll, benefits, workers' compensation, unemployment, and HR audits.
• Maintain confidential employee information and data security standards.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of employee data across all HR systems.
• Develop controls and auditing procedures to improve data governance.

Payroll & Benefits Systems Support

• Support payroll processing through Paylocity and Dayforce.
• Reconcile payroll reports and system-generated outputs.
• Support benefits administration and reporting activities.
• Assist with open enrollment reporting and employee benefit audits.
• Provide reporting and analytical support for benefits utilization and plan administration.

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field preferred.
  • Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

  Experience

  • 3-5 years administering global HRIS platforms, preferably with Paylocity and/or Dayforce
  • Specific experience working in the payroll, benefits, time and attendance, workforce planning, and employee master data governance functions.
  • Manufacturing, distribution, or multi-site global company experience highly preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience developing reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics. Prior experience working with BI-platforms highly desired.

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong understanding of HR operations, workforce data, compliance requirements, and reporting.
  • Deep knowledge of HR system integrations, process configuration, and automation.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

  SAFETY:

  • Adhere to company safety policies and procedures
  • Wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) where needed
  • Immediately report any unsafe conditions or other safety-related issues.

  WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a manufacturing setting.
  • The employee often works at a work bench or on various pieces of equipment.
  • The noise level in the work environment is typically minimal.

  At BelPak, Total Rewards is more than a paycheck. We support your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth through a comprehensive program that includes a competitive compensation package; medical, dental, and vision coverage; tax-advantaged health and dependent care savings accounts; company-paid life and disability insurance; supplemental protection benefits; a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting; paid time off and parental leave; employee assistance resources; and support for career development and advancement.