HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

For over a century Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company has been manufacturing pipe and fittings exclusively in the USA, employing 1,400 loyal, hard-working Americans. Today we manufacture the industry's broadest range of standard and specialty DWV products, including cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings.

Charlotte Pipe is headquartered in Charlotte, NC, and has seven plant locations across the United States.

Human Resources Specialist

The HR Specialist is responsible for the accurate and compliant administration of division payroll and benefits, in addition to providing HR operational support. This role serves as a key operational partner to Human Resources operations by ensuring payroll integrity, maintaining data accuracy, supporting associate benefit programs, and training initiatives. The position requires strong attention to detail, systems proficiency, discretion with sensitive information, and the ability to support organizational change initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll in compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
• Ensure associate payroll accuracy, including correct wages, deductions, garnishments, etc.
• Assist with benefits enrollment and explain policies to associates
• Respond to payroll and benefit related inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Conduct system testing and validation during process implementations or changes
• Provide HR operational support as needed
• Assist with document retention efforts
• Support onboarding and new hire orientation
• Assist with internal and external recruiting processes
• Coordinate associate recognition programs
• Coordinate associate events and company initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field preferred
• Experience with payroll and benefits administration
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with all levels of the organization
• Ability to multitask while meeting strict deadlines
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Suite, Tableau, and other system programs
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to evolving systems, processes, and organizational needs

Key Competencies

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Ethical Practice & Confidentiality
• Technical Proficiency
• Organization & Attention to Detail
• Adaptability & Flexibility

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.