HR Operations Coordinator

Primient; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Multiple healthcare plan choices

401(k) with company matching

Short- and long-term disability

Life/AD&D and voluntary insurance

Paid holidays & vacation

Floating days off

Parental leave

Learning & development programs

Culture that supports growth

Job summary

Primient is seeking an HR Operations Coordinator to support payroll processing, data accuracy, and HR operations across the employee lifecycle. You will work in a team-driven environment and liaise with HR, Finance, and vendors to ensure compliant, timely payroll and reporting.

The role emphasizes data integrity in Workday, audit readiness, and confidential handling of information, with a focus on continuous improvement and collaboration within a dynamic manufacturing and foods context.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or Accounting preferred.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) recommended.
• aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP recommended; Workday and Lean/Six Sigma Yellow Belt training beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry and validation.
• Audit employee, payroll, and time records for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Maintain employee data in Workday (census, benefits, tax, lien data).
• Support HR Operations programs across onboarding to offboarding.
• Respond to inquiries from employees and stakeholders; resolve issues.
• Assist auditors with data, procedures, and compliance documentation.
• Create and maintain payroll, hours worked, and benefits reporting.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Data Analysis

Reporting and Analysis

Organizational Skills

Communication

Time Management

Auditing

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or Accounting (preferred)

Tools

Workday

HR/Payroll Systems

Job description

HR Operations Coordinator | Primient

About Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. W e’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

About the Role

Support accurate, timely payroll processing and effective HR operations by maintaining employee and payroll data, auditing records for accuracy and compliance, responding to employee and stakeholder inquiries, and delivering reporting that enables efficient HR and payroll administration across the employee lifecycle.

Key responsibilities:

• Support end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, validation, and off-cycle or holiday payroll requirements.
• Audit employee, payroll, and time records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policy and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain employee information including census, benefit, tax, and lien data within Workday.
• Support HR Operations programs and processes across the employee lifecycle, from onboarding through offboarding.
• Respond to inquiries from employees, Human Resources, Finance, and third-party vendors, resolving issues promptly.
• Support internal and external auditors with data, procedures, and compliance documentation.
• Create and maintain reporting on payroll, hours worked, and benefits administration, meeting strict deadlines.

About You

Knowledge

• Payroll Processing and Compliance
• HR Operations and Employee Lifecycle
• Time, Attendance, and Leave Administration
• HR Data Management and Auditing
• Workday and HR/Payroll Systems

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Data Analysis
• Reporting and Analysis
• Organizational Skills
• Communication
• Time Management
• Auditing

Mindsets

• Confidentiality
• Detail-Oriented
• Accountability
• Continuous Improvement
• Customer Service
• Collaboration

Required or Recommended Education and/or Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or Accounting preferred.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) recommended.
• aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP recommended; Workday and Lean/Six Sigma Yellow Belt training beneficial.

Required or Recommended Work Experience

• Payroll, Human Resources, or related experience beneficial.
• Experience with Workday and OSV preferred.

Total Rewards

The annual pay range estimated for this position is $50,869.60 - $63,587.00 + overtime

Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes :

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.

Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce .

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.