Time Administrator

Date:
Jul 1, 2026

Location:

Wickliffe, OH, US,

Company:
Lubrizol Corporation

Job Location:

Wickliffe, OH

Schedule:

4 days in office, 1 flex day

Job Type: Hourly, non-exempt

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you will support accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery across North America manufacturing and non-manufacturing populations. In this role, you will support a complex, multi-state payroll environment transitioning toward increased in-house ownership and process maturity. You will partner closely with Human Resources, managers, and our third‑party provider to deliver high-quality employee support, strong controls, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you will:

• Perform payroll validation, audit checks, and issue resolution prior to payroll close, including off‑cycle payroll activities.
• Administer time and attendance processes by maintaining, reviewing, validating, and troubleshooting timekeeping data.
• Partner with managers to drive timely and accurate timecard submission and approvals and resolve discrepancies related to hours, leave, and overtime.
• Provide customer‑focused support to employees and managers by resolving payroll and timekeeping inquiries and escalating complex issues as needed.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Serve as a primary back‑up for North America payroll processing cycles, ensuring timely and accurate payroll delivery.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations, year‑end processing, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll‑related programs.
• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives, documentation, training, and system enhancements across payroll and timekeeping platforms.
• Process special pay and complex transactions, including gross‑up calculations and adjustments for terminated employees.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• At least 5 years of payroll experience in a multi‑state environment; time and attendance experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supporting end‑to‑end payroll processing cycles, including data validation, audits, and issue resolution.
• Hands‑on experience with timekeeping systems and Human Resources Information Systems, such as ADP platforms, eTime, or SAP Human Capital Management.
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local wage and hour compliance requirements.
• Experience working with a third‑party payroll provider, with ADP experience preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills with a customer service mindset and high degree of professionalism and discretion.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or actively pursuing either certification.

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate personal protective equipment provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

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