Payroll and HR Manager

Company Description:

Plastic Molding Technology (PMT) manufactures high precision plastic parts for automotive, telecommunications, medical device, renewable energy, and industrial customers. The primary manufacturing processes are injection molding and thermoforming. PMT has ~100 injection molding presses at its two primary manufacturing locations in El Paso, TX and Centennial, CO (a suburb of Denver). A third facility in Longmont, CO (a suburb of Denver) provides in-house repair and fabrication of tools & dies.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative manufacturing environment
• Growth potential within the company

Role Description:

The Payroll & HR Manager at Plastic Molding Technology (PMT) is responsible for managing payroll operations across all PMT sites and providing direct support to Human Resources and Talent Acquisition. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing through ADP, maintains compliance with multi-state regulations, and supports HR initiatives, including recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations. Reporting to the Senior HR Manager, this position plays a key role in supporting employees and operations across PMT's 24-hour manufacturing environment in both Colorado and Texas. The incumbent must have experience in both payroll processing and human resources.

What you'll do:

• Manage and process bi-weekly payroll for all PMT employees (FTEs and temporary staff) across multi-state, 24-hour operations
• Oversee payroll through ADP, including deductions, garnishments, benefits contributions, and tax filings
• Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state (CO & TX), and local wage and hour laws
• Reconcile payroll with general ledger accounts and prepare payroll-related reports for Finance
• Manage quarterly and annual payroll functions including W-2s, 941 filings, and audit preparation
• Support annual 401(k), Workers' Compensation, and tax audits
• Partner with the Senior HR Manager to administer employee onboarding, offboarding, and records management
• Maintain accuracy of employee data in ADP and HRIS systems
• Assist with benefits administration, leave tracking (FMLA, STD, LTD, FAMLI), and compliance reporting
• Generate HR and payroll metrics to support workforce planning and compliance requirements
• Serve as an HR resource to employees for payroll, benefits, and policy-related questions
• Partner with the HR Business Partners to coordinate high-volume recruiting efforts, particularly for manufacturing roles
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience (multi-state required), with exposure to HR generalist or recruiting responsibilities
• Strong proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and Excel reporting
• Knowledge of payroll compliance, HR policies, and employment law (CO & TX required)
• Experience in a manufacturing or 24/7 operational environment strongly preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Certifications such as Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or SHRM-CP/PHR preferred

Critical skills:

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Confidentiality and integrity
• Payroll and compliance expertise
• HR generalist knowledge
• Talent Acquisition support in high-volume environments
• Collaboration across HR, Finance, and Operations
• Strong time management in a 24/7 operational setting

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing environment where the employee will be exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, and weather. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and sometimes noisy. There will be times when it is required to enter loud areas