Human Resources & Payroll Specialist

About the company:

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $7 billion.

AMETEK has 22,000 colleagues at more than 150 operating locations, and a global network of sales, service and support locations in 30 countries around the world.

The AMETEK Growth Model combines its four growth strategies of Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, Global & Market Expansion, and New Product Development, with a disciplined focus on cash generation and capital deployment. By executing the AMETEK Growth Model, the company seeks to generate shareholder value by doubling earnings per share over the course of each business cycle.

AMETEK consists of two operating groups, both with highly differentiated technology and leading positions in niche markets:

Electronic Instruments - a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of advanced analytical, test and measurement instrumentation for the energy, aerospace, power, research, medical and industrial markets.

Electromechanical - a differentiated supplier of automation and precision motion control solutions, and highly engineered electrical interconnects, specialty metals and thermal management systems.

Position summary:

As a valued Human Resources & Payroll Specialist, you will be an integral part of the Vision Research HR team, supporting our US operations and remote employees Globally. This position will provide Human Resources and administrative support, including ownership of payroll processing for the Vision Research consolidated business units within AMETEK.  We are excited to find someone who is genuinely passionate about HR and dedicated to enhancing employee engagement & recruiting exceptional talent for our expanding team. Your contributions will greatly support the HR Manager and the continued growth of our business.  

 Key Responsibilities:

• Processing payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including reviewing, and importing hours from timekeeping system
• Provide on-site support for employees relating to payroll systems
• Create and maintain process documents for payroll and HR processes
• Source, screen and schedule candidate interviews and manage candidates in the applicant tracking system, SuccessFactors
• Conduct or acquire background checks and employee eligibility verifications
• Coordinate new hire onboarding, including processing documentation, conducting day-one orientation with new hires, and partnering with other departments on onboarding logistics
• Draft organizational announcements for new hires
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of HR transactions and changes, such as hiring and termination information, personal data changes, compensation, performance, and personnel changes
• Update and maintain accurate employee files
• Support HR compliance efforts, including anti-harassment training, and labor poster compliance
• Help summarize timesheet data for Finance’s labor distribution and accrual entries
• Provide HR and payroll support for ad hoc requests
• Support employee engagement activities
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Position Requirements:

• 1-3 years’ experience in HR, payroll or in administrative role
• Associates degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and meet required deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with recruitment, benefits, and payroll administration is preferred
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to ask for help when appropriate
• Willingness to learn

What we offer you?

• Work in a dynamic international environment and pleasant and support team
• Opportunities for learning and personal growth
• Private Additional Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And many other perks and benefits