Payroll Specialist | DeWitt, MI

Salary Range: $50,000 - $77,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in payroll specialist? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in DeWitt, seeking experienced Payroll Specialists to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in DeWitt seeking experienced Payroll Specialists. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely payroll for hourly and salaried manufacturing employees, including overtime, shift differentials, and bonuses.
• Manage and verify timekeeping data from production floor systems, resolving discrepancies with supervisors.
• Calculate and process all payroll deductions, including taxes, benefits, and garnishments.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and labor regulations specific to manufacturing.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data, ensuring strict confidentiality.
• Generate and distribute various payroll reports for accounting, HR, and operational management.
• Respond to and resolve employee payroll inquiries and issues promptly and professionally.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience with full-cycle payroll processing for a high-volume workforce, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with enterprise-level payroll software (e.g., ADP, UKG, Paychex) and integrated time & attendance systems.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws, including FLSA and multi-state payroll compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately process complex pay structures, including hourly, overtime, shift differentials, and various deductions.
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with timekeeping systems prevalent in manufacturing (e.g., Kronos, ADP eTime).
• Familiarity with union payrolls and collective bargaining agreements.
• Understanding of manufacturing-specific pay structures (e.g., shift differentials, production bonuses, piece-rate).
• Proficiency with HRIS/ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle HRMS).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Processor, HR Payroll Specialist, Senior Payroll Specialist, Payroll Analyst

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group 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.