Payroll Clerk South Bend, IN

Partnering closely with Human Resources and operational leadership, the position enforces union collective bargaining agreements, resolves timecard discrepancies, tracks union dues, and maintains precise manufacturing and payroll records. Job Specifications Manage daily payroll and timekeeping operations within ADP eTime, reviewing timecards, clearing exceptions, and processing supervisor-approved adjustments.

Job Title: Payroll Clerk
Location: South Bend, IN 46619 (100% Onsite)
Pay rate: $20.00/hr – $24.00/hr (Depending on experience)
Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST (Temp-to-Hire; must be flexible for Saturday overtime as needed and open to covering 2nd shift when required)

Overview
The Payroll Clerk oversees daily time and attendance operations for a unionized manufacturing workforce in South Bend, IN. This role manages payroll processing within ADP eTime by reconciling employee hours, incentive pay, and production data. Partnering closely with Human Resources and operational leadership, the position enforces union collective bargaining agreements, resolves timecard discrepancies, tracks union dues, and maintains precise manufacturing and payroll records.
Job Specifications

• Manage daily payroll and timekeeping operations within ADP eTime, reviewing timecards, clearing exceptions, and processing supervisor-approved adjustments
• Partner with supervisors and plant operators to reconcile employee hours, incentive pay, and daily production summaries against manufacturing systems
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets, conduct regular payroll audits, and process union dues payments in compliance with union contracts
• Prepare shift summaries, log operational data, and handle administrative duties including basic accounting tasks, label printing, and static record reviews
• Address and resolve employee payroll queries and timecard discrepancies in a timely, professional manner
• High School Diploma or GED required; college coursework in Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred
• 1+ years of experience utilizing ADP eTime or equivalent timekeeping systems required
• 1+ years of experience working within a unionized workforce required
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data tracking, reconciliation, and reporting) required
• Background in a manufacturing environment and exposure to SAP software preferred

Submittal & Compliance Requirements

• Background Check Package: First Advantage Standard Package (Non-Exempt/Hourly Package + Education Verification)
• Drug Screen Package: Supplier-administered Drug Screen or standard Non-Exempt Drug Package
• Clean candidate resume submittal without supplier logos, header branding, or source links

Benefits:
Health insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.