HR/Payroll Associate

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Join an elite HR team as an HR/Payroll Associate, a role designed to transform talent into future HR leaders. This isn't just payroll, it's your chance to influence operations, partner with leadership, & make a real impact for over 600 unionized employees. You'll manage payroll accuracy, support key HR initiatives, & gain hands-on experience in labor relations, compliance, & employee engagement. If you're ready to grow your career & take on challenges that matter, this is your opportunity. You will learn this role in a paced manner with the support of the HR team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate weekly payroll approvals, including verification of codes, overtime, & attendance records.
• Process annual GWI, vacation payouts, & other payroll-related transactions.
• Conduct bi-annual wage audits to ensure alignment.
• Maintain HRIS updates for employee transfers, new hires, & changes in wage or title.
• Submit union dues, pension reports, & invoices on a weekly & monthly basis.
• Manage attendance programs, FMLA, & disability cases, including wage calculations.
• Administer HR policies & programs, including tuition reimbursement, employee conduct, & reimbursement processes.
• Interpret & apply contract language, company policies, & work rules.
• Provide guidance to management on Contract administration including, progressive discipline procedures & required documentation.
• Respond to employee inquiries & ensure accurate & timely resolutions.
• Support &/or lead investigations or employee engagement initiatives.
• Investigate grievances & actively participate in the grievance procedure.
• Participate in hiring events, onboarding, & orientation for hourly & salaried employees.
• Develop & deliver training sessions for salaried staff.
• Build & maintain strong working relationships with salaried staff, hourly employees, & union leadership.
• Generate & analyze reports to identify trends & root causes.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions or payroll analysis & data-driven decision-making.
• Flex schedule to accommodate off-shift support as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-4 years' HR/Payroll experience in a manufacturing environment
• Education minimum of a 4-year degree (BA or BS) in applicable area or education/ experience equivalent
• System experience: ADP, SAP, HRIS, Teams, PowerPoint, advanced Excel skills
• Required skills/competencies: excellent time management skills, ability to meet strict deadlines, attention to detail & first time accuracy, priority setting, excellent organizational skills, rigorous problem solving, analyze data, effective communication & excellent interpersonal skills, ability to influence without authority.

Preferred Experience:

• Worked in a unionized company

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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