Job Description

HR Specialist

Location: Lafayette, RI Schedule: Full-Time, Permanent Pay Rate: $2733/hour (dependent on experience)

Position Overview

We are partnering with a growing organization to hire a HR Specialist for a newly created role supporting operations across the New England region. This position is ideal for a hands-on HR professional who enjoys being a visible, on-site resource and managing weekly payroll in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

This role will serve as the on-site HR presence for New England, supporting approximately 200 employees across five locations in MA, RI, and CT, with regular regional travel (mileage reimbursed).

Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile timekeeping and process weekly payroll for employees in CT, RI, MA, and NY
• Payroll processing occurs primarily Mondays and Tuesdays
• Administer payroll systems, audits, and compliance reporting
• Support managers and supervisors with payroll and HR-related inquiries
• Ensure payroll and HR practices comply with union contracts, company policies, and federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain accurate records and ensure exceptional compliance and documentation
• Serve as the "boots-on-the-ground" HR presence, conducting orientations and onboarding twice weekly
• Travel across five sites throughout MA, RI, and CT to support employees and operations
• Support employee relations matters related to payroll, HR compliance, and workplace issues
• Assist with training coordination, safety initiatives, and employee engagement activities
• Deliver presentations and support safety initiatives as needed
• Coordinate HR programs, events, and time-sensitive initiatives
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Prior HR experience required, including:
• Onboarding
• Benefits administration
• Payroll support
• Training coordination
• Safety processes
• Payroll experience required
• ADP experience required
• Experience with electronic timekeeping systems preferred
• Strong Excel skills preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Office required
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working in both union and non-union environments a plus
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally
• Willingness to travel throughout the New England region, with occasional travel to Long Island
• Mileage reimbursement provided

Pay Details: $27.00 to $33.00 per hour

Search managed by: Clare Rant

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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