HR Operations Specialist

HR Operations Specialist Pay Rate: $24.00–$27.00/hr (DOE) Location: Onsite/Hybrid – Downtown Houston 77002 Job Type: Contract to Hire Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm About the Opportunity LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a leading enterprise organization in the Oil & Gas / Energy / Manufacturing sector to identify a detail‑driven Operations Specialist with strong recent experience in timekeeping and payroll operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys high‑volume data work, and can troubleshoot timekeeping issues with minimal escalations. If you have hands‑on experience in Kronos/UKG/SAP Time, payroll adjustments, timesheet corrections, and supporting large workforces, this opportunity is a strong fit. Key Responsibilities Timekeeping Operations — 90% of Role • Process daily timekeeping transactions, including: • Timesheet corrections • Accrual updates • PTO/absence entry adjustments • Shift differential and premium pay updates • Monitor and maintain accuracy of high‑volume employee time & attendance data. • Troubleshoot complex time entry issues and partner with HR, Payroll, and Operations to resolve discrepancies. • Validate and reconcile timecard information to ensure accurate payroll processing. Operational & HR Shared Services Support • Support audit activities, documentation updates, and workflow improvements. • Maintain accuracy in employee records and timekeeping audit trails. • Respond quickly to time entry inquiries from managers and employees. • Support additional HR operations tasks as needed in a shared services environment. Required Skills & Qualifications • 1–3 years of recent hands‑on experience in: • Timekeeping operations • Payroll support • HR shared services • Or high‑volume data operations • Experience with Kronos, UKG, ADP eTime, SAP Time, or similar time & attendance systems. • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to resolve issues independently. • Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume operational environment. • Beginner to intermediate Excel (VLOOKUP not required; basic formulas needed). • Experience supporting large organizations (10,000+ employees) strongly preferred. • Background in Oil & Gas, Energy, Petrochemical, Construction, or Manufacturing REQUIRED per client request. Ideal Candidate Profile • Has recent experience (within the last 1–2 years) processing timecards or performing payroll corrections. • Has supported shift‑based, field, or plant operations. • Has worked in an industrial environment with safety‑sensitive roles. • Enjoys repetitive, process-driven work with high accuracy. • Learns new systems quickly and excels in shared services workflows. Pay Details: $24.00 to $27.00 per hour Search managed by: Laarnie Thompson Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.