Position Summary
Pure Ground Ingredients is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll & Human Resources Specialist to oversee payroll administration and support key HR functions in a dynamic, hands-on environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance, employee record management, benefits administration, and workforce support throughout the employee lifecycle.
Reporting directly to the CFO, the Payroll & HR Specialist partners closely with leadership, operations, and sales teams to support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, solutions-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional service to employees and managers alike. Spanish fluency is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule.
- Maintain payroll records, employee pay data, and timekeeping systems.
- Review and validate timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, and reimbursements.
- Administer employee benefits programs, enrollments, and employee communications.
- Coordinate workers' compensation reporting and claim administration.
- Assist with payroll, benefits, workers' compensation, and 401(k) audits.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Human Resources
- Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation, system updates, and orientation activities.
- Maintain accurate personnel, compensation, and benefits records.
- Support recruiting efforts, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and hiring activities.
- Facilitate employee training and development initiatives.
- Coordinate performance review and employee feedback processes.
- Provide guidance on company policies and HR procedures.
- Support employee relations matters and assist in resolving workplace concerns.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
- Promote workplace safety initiatives and support incident reporting and resolution.
HR Operations & Administration
- Assist in the development, implementation, and administration of HR policies and procedures.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.
- Prepare HR reports and maintain required documentation.
- Support special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll administration and human resources.
- Strong knowledge of payroll processes, benefits administration, and HR best practices.
- Working knowledge of federal and Nevada employment laws and compliance requirements.
- Experience with HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Positive, service-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Paid company holidays and PTO
- Medical insurance with company contribution
- Dental and vision insurance options
- 401(k) plan with company match
Position Details
- Full-time, Exempt
- On-site in Minden, Nevada
- Standard business hours
- Reports directly to the CFO