Manufacturing Payroll Specialist — Growth & Impact

the-pivot-group-careers; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Muskegon, MI is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our network of manufacturing-focused clients. This role handles bi-weekly payroll, timekeeping, deductions, and tax filings, with an emphasis on accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of payroll experience in manufacturing, proficiency with HRIS/Payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro, or Workday, and a solid understanding of multi-state payroll rules and GL

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
• Proficient with enterprise HRIS/payroll systems (ADP/UKG/Workday).
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, local payroll regulations (FLSA, tax).
• Experience with multi-state payroll and varying pay structures.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Manage timekeeping and review hours for policy and compliance.
• Calculate and process payroll deductions (taxes, benefits, garnishments, 401k).
• Reconcile payroll accounts and GL entries; resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and file payroll taxes and year-end reporting (W-2s).
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and coordinate with HR/Finance.

Skills

Payroll processing

Regulatory compliance

Timekeeping

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

UKG Pro

Workday

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Muskegon, MI is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our network of manufacturing-focused clients. This role handles bi-weekly payroll, timekeeping, deductions, and tax filings, with an emphasis on accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of payroll experience in manufacturing, proficiency with HRIS/Payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro, or Workday, and a solid understanding of multi-state payroll rules and GL