Prepares and processes payroll, tax documents, commissions, bonuses, deductions, and year-end reports. Reconciles payroll accounts, posts month-end journal entries and accruals, analyzes budget-to-actual variances, supports audits, and ensures compliance with federal and California payroll regulations. The role also resolves discrepancies, maintains audit-ready records, advises management on payroll matters, and improves payroll processes through automation and technology.

Leads manufacturing engineering activities, including process development, equipment readiness, production optimization, quality improvement, project execution, and new product introduction. Manages manufacturing projects, mentors team members, develops SOPs and qualification protocols, supports CNC, 3D printing, robotics, molding, and finishing operations, and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards. Partners cross-functionally to improve efficiency, reduce costs, resolve technical issues, and maintain production capabilities.