Sr. HR Data Management Specialist

As a Senior HR Operations Systems & Process Lead, you will be responsible for driving the integrity, governance, and continuous improvement of HR Operations processes, systems, and data within a manufacturing environment. This role combines operational excellence, systems expertise, data analytics, and process improvement to ensure accurate workforce information, payroll stability, and a consistent employee experience.

During the initial phase, you will work closely with supervisors and employees on the production floor to develop deep operational knowledge, stabilize critical processes, and establish sustainable controls. Over time, you will become a key advisor and subject matter expert, influencing decisions that improve the effectiveness of HR Operations across the organization.

Our Team

Our HR Operations team partners with employees, supervisors, Payroll, and business leaders to ensure reliable workforce processes and exceptional employee support. We are focused on operational excellence, data integrity, continuous improvement, and building scalable solutions that support long-term business growth.

What You Will Do

• Lead initiatives that improve the accuracy, integrity, and governance of HR Operations systems and workforce data.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying process gaps, reducing operational risks, and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Analyze workforce and payroll-related trends to identify root causes and prevent recurring issues.
• Partner with supervisors to strengthen process compliance, accountability, and operational discipline.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Time & Attendance processes, systems, and related workforce management practices.
• Develop controls, standard work documentation, and governance mechanisms that improve process reliability.
• Maintain a strong connection with plant operations to understand business challenges and operational realities.
• Coach and support stakeholders in the effective use of HR systems and processes.
• Lead cross-functional efforts focused on process stabilization, standardization, and simplification.
• Support the development of future capabilities within the HR Operations function through knowledge sharing and leadership.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, or a related field.
• Experience in HR Operations, Workforce Management, HRIS, Time & Attendance, Payroll Support, or similar operational functions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and trend identification.
• Experience with Kronos, UKG, HRIS platforms, Workforce Management systems, Time & Attendance solutions, or comparable technologies .
• Experience analyzing large data sets and translating findings into process improvements.
• Experience working directly with supervisors and employees within manufacturing or operational environments.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) initiatives using methodologies such as 5 Whys, Ishikawa, or similar problem‑solving frameworks.
• Experience designing operational controls, governance processes, and data quality frameworks.
• Strong understanding of payroll‑related processes and workforce data dependencies.
• Experience driving process improvement initiatives within manufacturing or shared‑service environments.
• Knowledge of vacation administration, workforce scheduling, attendance management, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Experience serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for HR systems and workforce management platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive change without direct authority.
• Experience coaching teams and developing operational capabilities in others.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading‑edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.