<p><strong>Kristin Wasson </strong>is looking for a bilingual Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations for a manufacturing organization in the Salem, Oregon area. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable balancing strategic judgment with practical execution, supporting both employees and leadership across a wide range of HR matters. The position requires strong Spanish/ English communication skills, sound knowledge of labor regulations, and the ability to build trust throughout the workforce while keeping priorities moving forward.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee core human resources activities across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, HR administration, benefits coordination, and daily employee support.</p><p>• Review and refine HR policies, forms, and communications in both English and Spanish to ensure translations are accurate, clear, and aligned with company standards.</p><p>• Manage weekly payroll processing and maintain accurate employee records within HR systems, helping ensure timely and consistent payroll administration.</p><p>• Lead recruiting and hiring efforts by coordinating job postings, screening candidates, supporting interviews, and guiding the selection process for open positions.</p><p>• Handle employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion, fostering positive working relationships and helping resolve workplace concerns effectively.</p><p>• Administer workers’ compensation processes, including reporting, documentation, and follow-up, while supporting a safe and responsive work environment.</p><p>• Advise managers on HR practices and employment-related issues, taking initiative to recommend next steps while keeping leadership informed.</p><p>• Provide practical support on both higher-level HR initiatives and routine administrative tasks needed to keep the department and workforce running smoothly.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested in this role either apply online or reach out directly to <strong>Kristin Wasson</strong> at 541.897.8216</p>
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a growing team. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong payroll processing experience, enjoys resolving discrepancies, and can step in quickly to help maintain accurate and timely pay practices. The role combines hands-on payroll administration with detailed reconciliation work, and offers a hybrid-to-remote arrangement with initial onsite setup and check-related office support as needed.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process semi-monthly payroll activities for an employee population of approximately 265 team members, ensuring accuracy and timeliness throughout each cycle.<br>• Review, reconcile, and correct payroll deductions, earnings, and premium-related records to bring accounts up to date and maintain reliable tracking.<br>• Investigate payroll variances and resolve inconsistencies by working through calculations, supporting records, and benefit-related details.<br>• Maintain organized payroll documentation and tracking files to support reporting, auditing, and ongoing payroll accuracy.<br>• Use payroll systems such as QuickBooks Desktop or Paylocity to enter, validate, and manage payroll data efficiently.<br>• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, clarify discrepancies, and support smooth payroll operations.<br>• Assist with check printing and related in-office payroll tasks when required.<br>• Participate in onboarding and training activities, including an in-person first day for equipment setup followed by virtual training support.