Ortec has been providing custom chemical solutions and personalized service since 1980. With three plants and over 300 employees, we can meet the production needs of our customers while maintaining a high level of personalized service. We are large enough to get the job done, yet small enough to care. Even as the company grows and develops new services, we never forget the values that made us who we are as a company. We are a team. A family. A group of smart, talented, big-hearted individuals working together for the success of our customers and the growth of our communities.
AND WE HONOR OUR COMMITMENTS What we do at Ortec is complicated at times. Why we do what we do is not complicated: We want to make a difference for our customers and our communities around us. How we do what we do is also not complicated: everything starts with Integrity.
WHY ORTEC? The foundation of Ortec is our talented, dedicated employees. Our commitment to delivering chemical manufacturing services with measurable quality has made us a trusted partner to some of the most familiar names in business. Our success is drawn from the experience, energy and teamwork of our employees, who consistently deliver results by anticipating change and executing solutions with confidence and passion. At Ortec, you'll be working with the latest technologies and tools, not to mention some of the industry's best and brightest minds. From the top down, this type of commitment and energy is radiated throughout the company. The result is a growing, dynamic, and rewarding place to work a company where we work as many and we win as one. You are a name, not a number!
We offer an excellent benefit package, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company Paid Short-Term Disability and AD&D On-Site Nurse Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan 401k with match And much more...
THE OPPORTUNITY Ortec, Inc., is searching for a Payroll & Benefits Administrator who will assist in coordinating Ortec's benefits programs as well as coordination and execution of employee payroll. The Payroll/Benefits Administrator provides employee-focused service by using knowledge of Ortec's benefits plans to assist employees with benefits-related questions as well as helping to resolve benefits issues, so employees understand how to receive value from their offerings. Other chief duties include processing weekly and semi-monthly payrolls as well as analyzing reports, helping maintain data for legal, tax or audit purposes and handling/resolving benefits and payroll inquiries from employees, managers, and divisional stakeholders.
WHAT YOU WILL DO - Acts as a subject matter expert on benefits and payroll inquiries from managers and employees on benefit plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes, and other general inquiries, using problem-solving skills and techniques.
- Provide input to and participate in 3rd party partner vendor management for benefits and payroll.
- Follow up with complex requests to ensure benefits and payroll issues are resolved and advance unresolved cases are escalated.
- Assist in coordination and execution of annual benefits open enrollment
- Assist in coordination and execution of benefits events/programs
- Possess strong knowledge of end-to-end payroll process.
- Perform payroll-related functions including tax changes, wage garnishments, benefit deduction changes.
- Review and verify payroll data in a timely manner.
- Ensure efficient, accurate and timely delivery of payroll processing.
- Oversee maintenance of payroll records and files.
- Create custom reports using Paycor custom reporting system and run ad-hoc reports.
- Assist with the development and implementation of payroll practices, policies, and procedures.
- Review and maintain standard payroll reports.
- Prepare Federal / State child support, tax levy, and wage garnishment responses.
- Review various pay calculations and identify compliance concerns.
- Assist with quarter and year end processes.
- Enter 3rd party sick pay transactions.
- Respond to employee and manager inquiries.
- Process bonus, adjustment, and out of sequence payrolls as needed.
- Ensure tax and payroll compliance at federal, state, and local levels.
- Support all payroll-related functions at each facility
- Support special projects as needed.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING - Minimum of 2 years of Benefits Administration or a related HR Role, Health Insurance Billing, Large Group Health Insurance, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that proves the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Minimum of 2 years of Payroll Administration
- Knowledge of Federal and State employee benefits and insurance laws such as the ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA.
- Applicants must be detail-oriented and have strong analytical skills. Proficient in collecting and analyzing data, identifying patterns, and drawing meaningful insights. Capable of making informed decisions and solving problems to improve organizational efficiency.
- Strong Presentation Skills: The ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively, whether through phone calls, emails, in-person interactions, or making presentations.
- Outstanding customer service is needed to personalize interactions, demonstrate confidentiality and empathy, and respond promptly to employee inquiries, ensuring a positive employee experience.
- Ability to work independently as a part of a larger team in a fast-paced environment to deliver on expected results.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, including Teams as well as HRIS systems (ADP, Paycom, Paycor)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution in Human Resources or Labor Relations
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) from the APA
This role is onsite. No relocation provided Must be able to work in US without Company sponsorship