Payroll Specialist | Norton Shores, MI

Salary Range: $54,000 - $81,000 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 Norton Shores, seeking experienced Payroll Specialists to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Norton Shores that are seeking skilled Payroll Specialists. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for a high volume of hourly and salaried employees, including overtime and shift differentials.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and company policies.
• Administer and process all payroll deductions, including taxes, benefits, 401k contributions, and garnishments.
• Reconcile payroll general ledger accounts and resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in pay rates or benefits.
• Generate and distribute various payroll reports for accounting, HR, and management.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll policies in a professional and timely manner.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years of end-to-end payroll processing experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with payroll for hourly employees, shift differentials, and various timekeeping systems.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and compliance regulations.
• Proficiency with major payroll software (e.g., ADP, UltiPro, Workday) and HRIS.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, reconciliation, and reporting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with time & attendance systems (e.g., Kronos, UKG, ADP Workforce Now) common in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with payroll processing for unionized workforces and collective bargaining agreements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex data analysis, reporting, and reconciliations.
• Understanding of manufacturing-specific pay structures (e.g., shift differentials, production bonuses, piece-rate).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Payroll Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Officer, Senior Payroll Specialist, Payroll Associate, Human Resources and Payroll Specialist

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.