Human Resources Specialist

Polar Beverages

Human Resources Specialist managing payroll for union and non-union employees. Overseeing workers’ compensation and maintaining employee records in compliance with regulations.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timeSchenectady • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $82,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including managing timekeeping systems, handling wage garnishments, and maintaining accurate payroll records. Proficient in workers' compensation processes and compliance within a union environment.

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Payroll Processing ExperienceADP Workforce NowAS400 System ProficiencyWorkers' Compensation KnowledgeMicrosoft Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingTimekeeping System ManagementWage Garnishments ProcessingAudit Payroll ReportsEmployment VerificationsUnion Pension ProcessingData Import ManagementWorkers' Compensation DocumentationBenefit Accrual MaintenanceUnion Attendance Tracking

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsEffective CommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsDiscretion with Confidential Information

Tools & Technologies

ADP Workforce NowAS400 SystemMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Union EnvironmentCollective Bargaining AgreementWorkers' Compensation RegulationsPayroll ComplianceSafety Data Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process weekly payroll for union and non-union employees, including employee changes, incentives and bonuses
Review and verify timecards, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies
Manage timekeeping system updates and data imports
Process wage garnishments, liens and child support orders
Audit payroll reports to ensure accuracy and proper balancing
Maintain payroll data within the AS400 system
Issue manual checks when required
Maintain benefit accruals
Serve as the primary point of contact for all workers’ compensation matters
Promptly report workplace injuries to the insurance carrier
Manage and track claims, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up
Process required forms (e.g., C-11, C-240, medical documentation and any other related paperwork)
Coordinate with employees, managers, medical providers and insurance representatives
Maintain organized and compliant workers’ compensation files
Maintain accurate and confidential employee and payroll records in HRIS and AS400
Maintain and administer union associate seniority records in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
Track union employee attendance in accordance with the CBA
Process employment verifications (current and former employees)
Respond to and verify unemployment claims in a timely manner
Process and report union pension hours, monthly dues and other required contributions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the CBA
Prepare and provide monthly safety data to the Health & Safety and Site Security Manager
Prepare and provide weekly/biweekly reports to the Accounting Department
Support audits and internal reporting as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-5 years prior payroll processing experience required
Experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Experience working in a union environment preferred
Knowledge of workers’ compensation processes and regulations preferred
Familiarity with AS400 systems preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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B2C Polar Beverages is a family-owned beverage company based in Worcester, Massachusetts, founded in 1882. Polar crafts premium non-alcoholic beverages — including sparkling seltzers, mixers, classic sodas and heritage recipes — produced in the heart of New England. The company emphasizes family-operated, heritage production and sells its consumer beverage products through retailers and online channels (e. g. , Amazon) and markets via social media. Human Resources Specialist Job not on LinkedIn 🔥 3 hours ago 🏢 Schenectady – Onsite 💵 $70k - $82k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟢 Junior 🟡 Mid-level 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Human Resources (HR) 🚫👨‍🎓 No degree required Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Process weekly payroll for union and non-union employees, including employee changes, incentives and bonuses
Review and verify timecards, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies
Manage timekeeping system updates and data imports
Process wage garnishments, liens and child support orders
Audit payroll reports to ensure accuracy and proper balancing
Maintain payroll data within the AS400 system
Issue manual checks when required
Maintain benefit accruals
Serve as the primary point of contact for all workers’ compensation matters
Promptly report workplace injuries to the insurance carrier
Manage and track claims, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up
Process required forms (e.g., C-11, C-240, medical documentation and any other related paperwork)
Coordinate with employees, managers, medical providers and insurance representatives
Maintain organized and compliant workers’ compensation files
Maintain accurate and confidential employee and payroll records in HRIS and AS400
Maintain and administer union associate seniority records in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
Track union employee attendance in accordance with the CBA
Process employment verifications (current and former employees)
Respond to and verify unemployment claims in a timely manner
Process and report union pension hours, monthly dues and other required contributions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the CBA
Prepare and provide monthly safety data to the Health & Safety and Site Security Manager
Prepare and provide weekly/biweekly reports to the Accounting Department
Support audits and internal reporting as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned 🎯 Requirements
2-5 years prior payroll processing experience required
Experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Experience working in a union environment preferred
Knowledge of workers’ compensation processes and regulations preferred
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