HR Specialist

ARGLASS V-F2 LLC; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ARGLASS V-F2 LLC seeks a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to manage daily HR operations, including payroll, benefits, and leave, while enforcing company policies. The role supports recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing HR programs.

The ideal candidate has payroll experience, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of employment laws in the U.S. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Payroll processing experience is required or highly preferred.
• Benefits administration experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Fluency in English required; Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Run daily HR functions including payroll, benefits, leave and policy enforcement.
• Recruit, interview and hire qualified applicants for open positions.
• Conduct background checks and new hire orientation.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Handle employee inquiries and assist with investigations.

Skills

Excellent communications

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Time management

Problem solving

Fluent English

Education

2-year degree in relevant field

4-year degree in relevant field

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. Handles routine labor relations and human resource inquiries related to policies and procedures; refers complex matters to appropriate management staff.Serves as a contact and liaison for intake and assessment of employee complaints.Responsible for the payroll processServes as the contact for benefits enrollments and issues.Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, payroll, leave, disciplinary matters, disputes, investigations, performance and talent management, productivity, recognition, and morale.Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.Additional Duties and ResponsibilitiesOther duties as assigned2 year degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience4 year degree in a relevant field highly preferredAbility to thrive in a highly dynamic and demanding position.Excellent communications and interpersonal skillsAbility to manage multiple products, customers and timelines.Highly organizedGood problem-solving skillsGood time management skillsExceptional problem-solving skillsComputer literacyCommitted to continuous learning3 years’ experience in a similar role preferredFluency in English required.Fluency in Spanish Preferred