Payroll Specialist - Plainwell Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is recruiting a Payroll Specialist for Plainwell, MI. You will process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried staff, manage timekeeping, and ensure accurate tax submissions across federal, state, and local jurisdictions in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires 3-5 years of payroll experience, proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or UKG Pro, and a strong understanding of multi-state payroll and benefits deductions; year-end tasks include W-2 processing and payroll

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of payroll processing experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or UKG Pro and timekeeping systems.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including multi-state payroll.
• Experience with unionized workforce payroll and related reporting.
• Proven ability to handle high-volume payroll with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage timekeeping system and integrate data for payroll processing, including shift differentials and overtime.
• Calculate and submit all federal, state, and local payroll taxes, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Administer employee benefits deductions, including health insurance and 401(k).
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and tax information promptly.
• Prepare and distribute W-2 forms and handle year-end payroll closing procedures.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and general ledger entries, resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and confidentiality.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Payroll taxes

W-2 processing

Benefits deductions

Multi-state payroll

Union payroll knowledge

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

UKG Pro

Job description

Payroll Specialist | Plainwell, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $76,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in payroll specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Plainwell seeking skilled Payroll Specialists.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Plainwell region seeking Payroll Specialists. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage timekeeping system and integrate data for payroll processing, including shift differentials and overtime.
• Calculate and submit all federal, state, and local payroll taxes, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Administer employee benefits deductions, including health insurance, 401(k), and other voluntary deductions.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and tax information in a professional and timely manner.
• Prepare and distribute W-2 forms annually and handle year-end payroll closing procedures.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and general ledger entries, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure confidentiality of all payroll information.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience processing payroll for a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with payroll software (e.g., ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro) and timekeeping systems.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including multi-state payroll.
• Experience with payroll for a unionized workforce and associated deductions/reporting.
• Proven ability to handle high-volume payroll processing with a high degree of accuracy.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Assistant, Payroll Technician, Payroll Analyst, Senior Payroll Specialist, Payroll Lead

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.