Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

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At Fenner Precision Polymers, a Michelin Group company, we’re committed to delivering high‑performance solutions that power critical applications across industries. Our culture is built on safety, innovation, continuous improvement, and a shared dedication to excellence. We value teamwork, adaptability, and a positive work environment where every employee plays a vital role in our success.

• Competitive pay with shift differentials and bonuses
• Day‑one Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) match immediately vested with the company
• 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Michelin Stock Purchase Program
• Michelin Tire Rebate Program
• Career Development in a Global Organization
• A Culture Built on Trust, Respect, and Empowerment

As a key member of our HR team, you will process weekly and bi‑weekly payrolls including weekly union payroll, coordinate benefits, and serve as a liaison between benefit vendors and employees. You will also support the Total Rewards team, provide high‑level customer service, and recommend improvements to office practices.

• Payroll (60%)
  • Enter/update New Hire information in HRIS system.
  • Audit and approve payroll workflows.
  • Review timecards, troubleshoot issues, run reports, and correct data to ensure integrity before processing payroll.
  • Run post‑payroll reports, upload data to vendors, and help with payroll reconciliation.
  • Process wage garnishments and notify agencies of terminations.
  • Responsible for completing unemployment and verification of employment forms.
  • Assist with quarter and year‑end tax filing processes.
  • Run reports and create ad hoc reports to support department and business needs.
  • Work closely with associates and managers to resolve system and payroll questions.
  • Provide a high level of customer service to all associates.
  • Other duties as required for efficient functioning and servicing of internal and external associates and customers.
• Benefits (40%)
  • Understands and administers various associate benefits programs such as group health, flexible spending accounts, dental, vision, leave and disability, life insurance, 401(k), and COBRA.
  • Handles benefit inquiries to ensure quick, equitable, and courteous resolution.
  • Serves as a primary contact for associates and HR business partners for leave and disability management.
  • Ensures benefits changes are entered appropriately in the payroll system for payroll deduction.
  • Conducts benefits orientations and assists associates with benefits self‑enrollment systems.
  • Monitors and maintains electronic file feeds to external carriers.
  • FMLA/Leave administration – serves as primary contact for employees, payroll and disability vendor.
  • During Open Enrollment, leads the scheduling of associate meetings and posting OE materials.
  • Post‑Open enrollment, participates in audit of enrollments and troubleshoots issues within UKG and/or with vendors.
  • Prepares and audits monthly billings from insurance providers.
  • Updates COBRA elections in carrier sites.

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in payroll and benefits.
• Working knowledge of HRIS/Payroll systems such as ADP, Workday or UKG.
• Benefits administrative experience.
• Knowledgeable in payroll tax and wage and hour laws.
• Knowledgeable in multi‑state payroll processing and union plans.
• Basic understanding of benefits and accounting as it relates to payroll processing.
• Intermediate level Microsoft Office knowledge, especially Excel.
• Ability to work in a team environment and strong communication skills.
• Customer‑service focused and able to work with a variety of people and duties.
• Experience handling multiple tasks and priorities, working independently with little direction, and managing confidential information.
• Self‑starter who is willing to research, attend training/webinars, find solutions, and think creatively.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• American Payroll Association Certificate (APA) preferred – Certified Payroll Professional or Fundamental Payroll Certification.

This role offers a clear path for advancement. High‑performing individuals will have the opportunity to grow at Fenner Precision Polymers, taking on greater responsibility, strategic influence, and leadership within the Finance team.

Apply today and become part of a team that’s manufacturing more than products—we’re manufacturing a better future.