People Operations Administrator (Payroll & HRIS)

A well-established wine industry company in Paso Robles is seeking a People Operations Administrator with strong payroll expertise & HRIS proficiency. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, data integrity, compliance, & fostering a positive employee experience. Duties include: Processing & managing accurate, timely payroll for weekly & bi-weekly employees; Maintaining accurate payroll records, generating payroll reports for management & auditing purposes, & ensuring data integrity within payroll system; Maintaining & updating HRIS systems, ensuring data accuracy & compliance; Assisting with benefits administration, employee records, & HR reporting; Partnering with managers to ensure compliance with company policies & labor regulations; Responding to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, & HR policies in professional & timely manner; Supporting HR initiatives, onboarding, & employee engagement activities; Handling sensitive employee data with highest level of confidentiality; Proactively identifying & resolving discrepancies, ensuring data accuracy & integrity across all HR systems, & performing audits as necessary. Required qualifications: 3+ yrs payroll exp. (strong plus if in ag or wine industry); Proficiency in HRIS platforms & other office software tools; Strong knowledge of wage & hour laws, payroll best practices, & compliance requirements; Excellent attention-to-detail & organizational skills; Ability to work independently & as part of a collaborative HR team. Mon-Fri/8:00am-5:00pm (in office position). Wage: $30.00-$33.00 hr. DOE. (#5.0813.101 – Paso Robles)