Compensation AnalystWilsonart
Job Summary
Wilsonart
Position Title: Compensation Analyst
Description
At Wilsonart, we dont just make surfaceswe build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.
Youll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. Youll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And youll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.
Here, youll win with:
Support that keeps you well
Medical, dental, and life insurance
Company-paid short- and long-term disability
FSAs and dependent care options
Vision and legal benefits
Gym discounts and wellness clinics
Tuition reimbursementfor you and your dependents
Opportunities to grow
Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
Training, coaching, and mentorship
Development programs to support your goals
Time for what matters
Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
A culture that respects work-life balance
Were looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.
Job Description: Compensation Analyst
Position Title: Compensation Analyst
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Sr. Director, HR, Talent and Compensation
Location: Temple, TX.
Position Summary
The Compensation Analyst supports the organizations compensation strategy by analyzing, administering, and maintaining competitive and equitable pay programs. This role ensures compensation structures align with market trends, support operational needs, and reinforce the companys ability to attract, reward, and retain top talent across manufacturing, distribution, and corporate functions.
Compensation Program Administration (40%)
Administer compensation programs including base pay, incentive plans, and annual merit processes.
Maintain job architecture, job descriptions, and compensation-related documentation.
Support the annual compensation cycle by preparing data, auditing inputs, running reports, and validating results.
Assist in administering hourly wage structures, shift differentials, and production-based premium programs.
Market Analysis & Benchmarking (30%)
Conduct market pricing using survey data, third-party tools, and internal analytics to recommend pay ranges.
Evaluate job roles and provide classification recommendations for hourly, salaried, and skilled-trade roles.
Monitor local labor market and competitor wage trends to ensure pay competitiveness in manufacturing locations.
Data Analysis & Reporting (20%)
Build and maintain compensation dashboards, reports, and models (Excel, HRIS, and/or analytics tools).
Analyze pay practices for trends, risks, and opportunities, including pay compression, turnover risk, and cost impacts.
Provide ad-hoc reporting to HR partners and business leaders to support workforce planning and compensation decisions.
Compliance & Governance (10%)
Ensure compensation practices follow legal requirements and internal policies (FLSA, provincial/state laws, pay transparency laws, etc.).
Support pay equity reviews, compensation audits, and preparation for regulatory reporting.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelors degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field required.
25 years of compensation, HR analytics, or related experience; manufacturing industry experience preferred.
Experience with job evaluation, market pricing, and compensation survey tools (e.g., Mercer, Radford, Willis Towers Watson) is an asset.
Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Position Title: Compensation Analyst
Description
Win at Wilsonart
At Wilsonart, we dont just make surfaceswe build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.
Youll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. Youll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And youll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.
Here, youll win with:
Support that keeps you well
Medical, dental, and life insurance
Company-paid short- and long-term disability
FSAs and dependent care options
Vision and legal benefits
Gym discounts and wellness clinics
Tuition reimbursementfor you and your dependents
Opportunities to grow
Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
Training, coaching, and mentorship
Development programs to support your goals
Time for what matters
Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
A culture that respects work-life balance
Were looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.
Job Description: Compensation Analyst
Position Title: Compensation Analyst
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Sr. Director, HR, Talent and Compensation
Location: Temple, TX.
Position Summary
The Compensation Analyst supports the organizations compensation strategy by analyzing, administering, and maintaining competitive and equitable pay programs. This role ensures compensation structures align with market trends, support operational needs, and reinforce the companys ability to attract, reward, and retain top talent across manufacturing, distribution, and corporate functions.
Key Responsibilities
Compensation Program Administration (40%)
Administer compensation programs including base pay, incentive plans, and annual merit processes.
Maintain job architecture, job descriptions, and compensation-related documentation.
Support the annual compensation cycle by preparing data, auditing inputs, running reports, and validating results.
Assist in administering hourly wage structures, shift differentials, and production-based premium programs.
Market Analysis & Benchmarking (30%)
Conduct market pricing using survey data, third-party tools, and internal analytics to recommend pay ranges.
Evaluate job roles and provide classification recommendations for hourly, salaried, and skilled-trade roles.
Monitor local labor market and competitor wage trends to ensure pay competitiveness in manufacturing locations.
Data Analysis & Reporting (20%)
Build and maintain compensation dashboards, reports, and models (Excel, HRIS, and/or analytics tools).
Analyze pay practices for trends, risks, and opportunities, including pay compression, turnover risk, and cost impacts.
Provide ad-hoc reporting to HR partners and business leaders to support workforce planning and compensation decisions.
Compliance & Governance (10%)
Ensure compensation practices follow legal requirements and internal policies (FLSA, provincial/state laws, pay transparency laws, etc.).
Support pay equity reviews, compensation audits, and preparation for regulatory reporting.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelors degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field required.
25 years of compensation, HR analytics, or related experience; manufacturing industry experience preferred.
Experience with job evaluation, market pricing, and compensation survey tools (e.g., Mercer, Radford, Willis Towers Watson) is an asset.
Technical Skills
Strong Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables, modeling).
Experience with HRIS, compensation systems, and data visualization tools preferred.
Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Soft Skills
Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex data simply.
Ability to work with confidential information and exercise sound judgment.
Collaborative, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables, modeling).
Experience with HRIS, compensation systems, and data visualization tools preferred.
Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Soft Skills
Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex data simply.
Ability to work with confidential information and exercise sound judgment.
Collaborative, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions
Typical office environment within a manufacturing organization; occasional travel to site locations may be required.
May support multiple shifts, requiring availability for early morning or evening meetings as needed.
Typical office environment within a manufacturing organization; occasional travel to site locations may be required.
May support multiple shifts, requiring availability for early morning or evening meetings as needed.
Why This Role Matters
The Compensation Analyst plays a key role in helping the organization stay competitive in the manufacturing labor market, supporting fair and transparent pay practices, and ensuring compensation decisions are grounded in data and aligned with organizational goals.
The Compensation Analyst plays a key role in helping the organization stay competitive in the manufacturing labor market, supporting fair and transparent pay practices, and ensuring compensation decisions are grounded in data and aligned with organizational goals.
Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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