Company:
organicgirl
Job Title:
Payroll Coordinator
Location:
Salinas,CA,USA
Job ID:
198316985
Date:
10/01/2026
Salary:
NOT SPECIFIED

organicgirl

Payroll Coordinator

 

Position Title: Payroll Coordinator
Department: Finance-Hourly Time
Employment Status: Non-Exempt 
Manager Title: Payroll Supervisor
Work Location: Salinas, CA
Pay Range: $29.00 to $29.80 Hourly

What You’ll Do  
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for timely and accurate processing of payroll, which includes entry and verification of payroll data and maintenance of internal controls and audit trails for hourly and union employees. This role will serve as a point of contact for payroll and time and attendance inquiries for assigned groups.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Serves as primary point of contact for payroll related inquiries and research requests from employees,
  • Responsible for collecting, reviewing, balancing, and processing the payroll data and documentation for hourly employees, including those covered under a Bargaining Unit.  
  • Prepares and inputs payroll data (terminations, benefits withholding, overtime, etc.) for transmission; ensures payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
  • Reconciles payrolls prior to transmission and validates confirmed reports.
  • Audits payroll processing reports for errors as well as being responsible for auditing work of co-workers.
  • Executes time and attendance processing and audits timekeeping reports.
  • Prints and prepares checks for distribution, ensures payment delivery in a timely manner in accordance with company policy, and processes manual checks as required.
  • Maintains effective records management system to organize and file payroll audit reports and employee payroll files.
  • Coordinates the standardization of time and labor procedures and maintains SOP documentation.
  • Helps prepare and process Union Dues, and Positive pay files.
  • Coordinates all time and labor functions for commodities companies which include code maintenance, vendor liaison and training when needed.
  • Assists in training new foremen and other staff on the policies, procedures, and requirements of the Payroll Department.
  • Maintains confidentiality of Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and other personal information.
  • Other duties as assigned.
What It Takes
Individuals must possess the education, experience, skills, capabilities, and competencies to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATION:
  • High School Diploma required
  • AA degree or higher preferred
REQUIRED SKILLS, CAPABILITIES, EXPERIENCE:
  • 2-3 years of payroll experience; experience with seasonal staffing.
  • Experience working in a payroll environment with strong internal controls and discipline.
  • Knowledge of Federal and State wage and hour laws. 
  • Strong intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and Word; strong computer skills and understanding of operating systems is required.
  • Knowledge of ADP/EV6, Timesheet software is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Bilingual/biliterate Spanish and English required.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Sound judgment in decision making and problem solving as well as ability to adhere to the policies of the Payroll Department.
  • Must have the ability to make decisions, appear for work on time, follow directions, interact well with co-workers, understand, and follow posted work rules/procedures and to accept constructive criticism. 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment, be detail oriented and able to work with limited supervision. 
SAFETY/GMP REQUIREMENTS:
  • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in accordance with company policy
  • Follow company safety rules, report workplace hazards or injuries immediately, and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
EMPLOYEE / PROCESS MANAGEMENT:
  • N/A
WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to work beyond regular business hours.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk, or hear to communicate, as well as maneuver around an array of equipment, bend, stoop and climb stairs.
  • The employee must occasionally lift (including overhead) and/or up to 15 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Office


Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) English  https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Spanish  https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlasp.pdf 
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)  https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) English  https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Spanish  https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppaspan.pdf
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)  https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/VETS/legacy/files/USERRA_Private.pdf

Department: BUD LUW-Finance Hrly Time 1811003350
This is a non-management position
This is a full-time position
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