Payroll & Hris Administrator Ref 8554609824

Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc. (LSI) is excited to invite applications for the position of Payroll & HRIS Administrator at our East Aurora, NY location.

Leverage your payroll expertise and HR systems acumen in a role where precision and efficiency are paramount.

** Please, no agency solicitations/submittals. Only direct applicants will be considered. **

** Candidates local to the greater Buffalo/East Aurora NY area are highly desired. Relocation support is not available for this position. **

As the Payroll & HRIS Administrator, you will be responsible for overseeing payroll processing, maintaining system data integrity, and ensuring compliance tracking at our site. This role requires an expert in timely and accurate payroll, HR data audits, leave management, and generating insightful reports that aid leadership in decision-making. You will work closely with Corporate, HR, and Operations teams to ensure optimal functionality of our payroll and people systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees, including handling retroactive pay, bonuses, and leave of absence tracking.
• Collaborate with corporate payroll on quarterly and year-end activities such as W-2s and ACA reporting.
• Troubleshoot payroll issues and act as the primary contact for employee pay inquiries.
• Update the HRIS and timekeeping systems to ensure accuracy in job codes, earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefit enrollments.
• Manage the leave of absence process, including coordination with employee benefits and vendors.
• Develop and interpret reports/dashboards using ADP Analytics to support HR and operational objectives.
• Maintain compliance calendars, manage labor postings, and prepare for annual audits.
• Serve as the site’s HRIS “power user,” ensuring data cleanup and integrity.

Required Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in payroll and HR systems (ADP experience preferred).
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and reporting tools.
• Experience managing human capital systems and analyzing HR data.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of discretion with sensitive employee information.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with corporate teams.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here:

• A role where your precision and expertise directly affect employee satisfaction and business outcomes.
• Opportunities to enhance processes and expand your HRIS and analytics skills.
• A supportive, collaborative HR team that values your contributions and helps drive your success.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary: $64,000 - $77,000 annually, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs.

Astronics LSI offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health & Well-being: Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, and additional voluntary coverage options.
• Financial Security: 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Work-Life Harmony: Employee Assistance Program and a culture that promotes work-life balance.
• Generous Time Off: Starting with 120 hours of paid time off annually, plus 12 paid holidays per year.

About Astronics:

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.

Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Join our team at Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc. and make a significant impact with your payroll and HRIS expertise. Apply today to become a valued member of our East Aurora, NY team!