Payroll & Human Resource Specialist

Pure Ground Ingredients, Inc.; Minden (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Pure Ground Ingredients, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & HR Specialist to oversee payroll, benefits, and HR support in an on-site role in Minden, Nevada.

You will ensure accurate payroll processing, maintain employee records, and assist with onboarding, training, and policy compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of payroll and HR experience, with strong knowledge of Nevada regulations and HRIS/payroll systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll administration and HR.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, benefits administration, and HR best practices.
• Working knowledge of federal and Nevada employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain payroll records, employee pay data, and timekeeping systems.
• Review and validate timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, and reimbursements.
• Administer employee benefits programs, enrollments, and communications.
• Coordinate workers' compensation reporting and claim administration.
• Assist with payroll, benefits, workers' compensation, and 401(k) audits.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation and orientation.
• Maintain accurate personnel, compensation, and benefits records.
• Support recruiting efforts, including postings, screening, and interviews.
• Facilitate training and development initiatives.
• Coordinate performance reviews and employee feedback processes.
• Provide guidance on policies and HR procedures.
• Support employee relations and resolve workplace concerns.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Promote workplace safety initiatives and incident reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing

Regulatory compliance

HRIS & payroll systems

Timekeeping systems

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin or related field

3+ years payroll/HR experience

Tools

HRIS software

Payroll systems (ADP/Paychex)

Timekeeping software

Job description

Position Summary

Pure Ground Ingredients is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll & Human Resources Specialist to oversee payroll administration and support key HR functions in a dynamic, hands-on environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance, employee record management, benefits administration, and workforce support throughout the employee lifecycle. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Payroll & HR Specialist partners closely with leadership, operations, and sales teams to support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, solutions-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional service to employees and managers alike. Spanish fluency is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain payroll records, employee pay data, and timekeeping systems.
• Review and validate timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, and reimbursements.
• Administer employee benefits programs, enrollments, and employee communications.
• Coordinate workers' compensation reporting and claim administration.
• Assist with payroll, benefits, workers' compensation, and 401(k) audits.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

Human Resources

• Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation, system updates, and orientation activities.
• Maintain accurate personnel, compensation, and benefits records.
• Support recruiting efforts, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and hiring activities.
• Facilitate employee training and development initiatives.
• Coordinate performance review and employee feedback processes.
• Provide guidance on company policies and HR procedures.
• Support employee relations matters and assist in resolving workplace concerns.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Promote workplace safety initiatives and support incident reporting and resolution.

HR Operations & Administration

• Assist in the development, implementation, and administration of HR policies and procedures.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.
• Prepare HR reports and maintain required documentation.
• Support special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll administration and human resources.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, benefits administration, and HR best practices.
• Working knowledge of federal and Nevada employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Positive, service-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid company holidays and PTO
• Medical insurance with company contribution
• Dental and vision insurance options
• 401(k) plan with company match

Position Details

• Full-time, Exempt
• On-site in Minden, Nevada
• Standard business hours
• Reports directly to the CFO