You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
About the Role
As an Applications Analyst - Payroll & Timekeeping Systems Specialist at Zekelman Industries, you will play a critical role in supporting and optimizing our payroll and timekeeping technology landscape, with a primary focus on UKG Timekeeping and supporting processes within Workday. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of workforce data as it moves between timekeeping, HRIS, and payroll systems across our U.S. and Canadian operations.
The role is ideal for someone who is systems-oriented and enjoys solving complex problems, understanding how data moves between the platforms and working at the intersection of payroll, timkeeping, and HR technology in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is preferrably based out of our Chicago, IL offices. Travel to the corporate offices and manufacturing facilities will be requied, particularly during onboarding and key projects.
What You’ll Do
Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for UKG Timekeeping, supporting union and non-union operations across multiple locations.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to timekeeping, payroll processing, and workforce management data.
Partner with Payroll, HR, and IT teams to ensure accurate data flow between UKG, Workday, and related systems.
Analyze system errors, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions to improve data accuracy and system performance.
Support payroll-related configurations including pay rules, shift differentials, earnings codes, pay components, and workforce management processes.
Assist with the maintenance, testing, and validation of UKG and Workday system enhancements, updates, and process changes.
Monitor integrations and data exchanges between systems, proactively identifying and addressing discrepancies.
Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and recommend process improvements and automation opportunities.
Generate and analyze reports to support payroll processing, audits, compliance requirements, and operational decision-making.
Document system processes, configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and best practices.
Provide technical and functional support to payroll, HR, and operational users.
Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.
Who You Are
3+ years of experience supporting payroll, timekeeping, HRIS, or workforce management systems in multi-site environment
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
Strong hands-on experience administering and supporting UKG Timekeeping, UKG Workforce Management, or related UKG solutions.
Working knowledge of Workday, including an understanding of payroll processes, pay components, earnings codes, shift codes, worker data, and system configuration concepts.
Experience supporting environments where UKG and Workday work together, with an understanding of how workforce, payroll, and HR data moves between systems.
Ability to troubleshoot system issues, analyze data discrepancies, and identify root-cause solutions.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to understand the "big picture" across interconnected systems
What You’ll Get
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:
Competitive Compensation
Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
401(k) with Company Match
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Employee Loyalty Awards
Compensation & Benefits
Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.
Annual Salary Range - $70K - 122K
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
M/F/D/V
We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of direct payroll experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience administering UKG Payroll systems.
- Hands-on experience administering Workday Payroll systems.
- Strong technical knowledge of UKG payroll configuration, integrations, troubleshooting, and reporting.
- Working knowledge of Boomi or other enterprise integration platforms.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex data analysis and reconciliations.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply union contract payroll provisions.
- Clear and effective communication skills and ability to support non-technical users.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Professional payroll or HRIS certifications such as CPP, Workday Pro, or UKG Pro.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada with ability to travel between countries as needed.
What We Do
Zekelman Industries is the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America. Through its various subsidiaries, including Atlas Tube, Wheatland Tube, and Z Modular, the company provides structural steel, pipe, and innovative modular building solutions. They focus on domestic manufacturing, serving construction and manufacturing teams with a commitment to quality, reliability, and long-term value, while also operating as a leader in multi-family housing development.
