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Payroll Specialist Manufacturing (Union Payroll & UKG Experience Required) Location:
Portage, IN Are you an experienced payroll professional with a strong background in union payroll and UKG software? Our client is seeking a detail oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team and manage all aspects of payroll for our Portage, IN location. This role is responsible for processing weekly and bi-weekly union payroll, as well as semi-monthly salary payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with union contracts and company policies. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and process weekly payroll for dockworkers union, bi-weekly payroll for approximately 275 union employees, and semi-monthly payroll for approximately 110 salaried employees using Kronos and UKG software. Review and set up employee information in all payroll systems (Kronos & UKG Pro). Ensure all hourly timecards are accurate and paid according to union contracts. Communicate completed payroll information to Finance for funding and accounting. Work with department supervisors to resolve timecard issues. Track and set up garnishments and special payroll deductions. Maintain accurate records of paid time off balances. Prepare and distribute detailed payroll reports, including union dues, pension contributions, and HSA contributions. Administer the 401(k) retirement plan and ensure ERISA compliance. Maintain personnel and medical files, and manage new hire system setup. Calculate attendance and annual vacation eligibility for union employees. Assist with open enrollment, qualifying event changes, and annual 401k audits. Prepare and process monthly union incentives and quarterly safety bonuses. Support Accounting with audits involving payroll and HR information. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. 5-7 years of payroll processing experience, with a strong emphasis on union payroll in a manufacturing environment. Experience with automated Hours and Earnings gathering software (Kronos) and payroll software, specifically UKG, is required. Preferred Skills: Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments. Experience maintaining confidential personnel and payroll records. If you have a proven track record in union payroll and are proficient with UKG , we encourage you to apply! Seniority level
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Payroll Specialist Manufacturing (Union Payroll & UKG Experience Required) Location:
Portage, IN Are you an experienced payroll professional with a strong background in union payroll and UKG software? Our client is seeking a detail oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team and manage all aspects of payroll for our Portage, IN location. This role is responsible for processing weekly and bi-weekly union payroll, as well as semi-monthly salary payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with union contracts and company policies. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and process weekly payroll for dockworkers union, bi-weekly payroll for approximately 275 union employees, and semi-monthly payroll for approximately 110 salaried employees using Kronos and UKG software. Review and set up employee information in all payroll systems (Kronos & UKG Pro). Ensure all hourly timecards are accurate and paid according to union contracts. Communicate completed payroll information to Finance for funding and accounting. Work with department supervisors to resolve timecard issues. Track and set up garnishments and special payroll deductions. Maintain accurate records of paid time off balances. Prepare and distribute detailed payroll reports, including union dues, pension contributions, and HSA contributions. Administer the 401(k) retirement plan and ensure ERISA compliance. Maintain personnel and medical files, and manage new hire system setup. Calculate attendance and annual vacation eligibility for union employees. Assist with open enrollment, qualifying event changes, and annual 401k audits. Prepare and process monthly union incentives and quarterly safety bonuses. Support Accounting with audits involving payroll and HR information. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. 5-7 years of payroll processing experience, with a strong emphasis on union payroll in a manufacturing environment. Experience with automated Hours and Earnings gathering software (Kronos) and payroll software, specifically UKG, is required. Preferred Skills: Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments. Experience maintaining confidential personnel and payroll records. If you have a proven track record in union payroll and are proficient with UKG , we encourage you to apply! Seniority level
Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Administrative Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Manpower by 2x Get notified about new Payroll Administrator jobs in
Portage, IN . Gary, IN $75,000.00-$90,000.00 2 months ago North Township, IN $30,000.00-$55,000.00 4 days ago Dyer, IN $85,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago South Holland, IL $85,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago South Chicago, IL $85,000.00-$100,000.00 3 weeks ago La Porte, IN $43,680.00-$49,920.00 2 weeks ago Hammond, IN $85,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago South Holland, IL $85,000.00-$98,000.00 3 weeks ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00-$100,000.00 3 days ago Tax Lead Accountant (REMOTE within IN, IL or MI)
Merrillville, IN $80,000.00-$115,000.00 2 days ago Gary, IN $80,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago Hammond, IN $80,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago Heights, IL $65,000.00-$75,000.00 1 week ago Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr