Corry Manufacturing Modernizes Payroll and HR for Increased Efficiency
For over 80 years, Corry Manufacturing Company has been a trusted provider of precision components for the aerospace and land turbine industries. With over 300 employees, the company plays a critical role in producing jet engine and power generation components for some of the largest providers in these industries worldwide. Despite its strong industry presence, Corry Manufacturing faced significant inefficiencies in its payroll and HR processes.
How Manual Payroll Processes Created Costly Inefficiencies
Before partnering with AllianceHCM, Corry Manufacturing relied on redundant, manual processes for payroll and HR. The company had one HR representative managing all HR functions. Payroll was handled separately where much of the same data had to be entered again by the Payroll Administrator. Employees had no digital access to payroll information, and time-off requests were managed through triplicate paper forms and multiple spreadsheets.
Additionally, their payroll system required frequent manual exports to transfer data from their previous payroll provider and Global Shop, their ERP system. Payroll data had to be extracted, formatted into a CSV file, and manually uploaded, creating inefficiencies and increasing the risk of errors. Any mistakes in formatting or data entry could cause delays, requiring additional time to troubleshoot and correct. The process was cumbersome and took valuable time away from more strategic HR and finance functions.
Tim Sears, President and Controller at Corry Manufacturing, described the overwhelming process of managing vacation requests: ” We had 300 employees submitting vacation requests, resulting in 2,500 annual changes. Requests were manually entered into multiple spreadsheets, requiring constant updates and adjustments. Employees would change their requests multiple times, leading to wasted time and inefficiencies.”
Beyond vacation tracking, Corry Manufacturing’s benefits enrollment was also a time-consuming manual process. “When employees became eligible for benefits, our team had to manually provide their information, notify them, and distribute physical enrollment forms for them to sign and return. This process was time-consuming. With the new system, employees will automatically receive a notification at 90 days, prompting them to enroll in health insurance and add dependents. Everything will be accessible digitally, allowing them to make changes instantly without needing to complete and return paper forms.”
Finding the Best Payroll and HR Software for Manufacturing
Corry Manufacturing needed a modern payroll and HR system that could integrate seamlessly with Global Shop Solutions (their ERP system) while simplifying processes for employees and administrators alike. After evaluating multiple providers, the company selected AllianceHCM for its ability to integrate with Global Shop, its robust HR and payroll functionalities, and its exceptional customer service.
Seamless Payroll Software Implementation Without Downtime
Transitioning to AllianceHCM required a significant shift from Corry Manufacturing’s long-standing manual processes. Initially, the team was cautious about moving to a cloud-based solution, but the implementation team at AllianceHCM provided patient and thorough support throughout the process.
Tim Sears noted his initial concerns but was quickly reassured: “I was initially nervous about adapting to the new system, but the website is extremely intuitive. The system is designed so well that even those outside the field can quickly understand and feel comfortable using it.”
One of the biggest improvements was payroll data processing. “Previously, we had to manually export payroll data into a CSV file, save it, and then import it into our payroll system, which was time-consuming and prone to errors. Now, with the integration between AllianceHCM and Global Shop, payroll data flows seamlessly between systems. We simply click a button, and the data transfers instantly. Within three minutes, we receive immediate feedback on any errors, allowing us to fix them right away. The integration has reduced manual work, minimized the potential for errors, and significantly improved efficiency.”
Automated Payroll Processing Eliminates Errors and Saves Time
Since implementing AllianceHCM, Corry Manufacturing has seen immediate improvements. Payroll processing is now automated, reducing the time spent on manual imports and eliminating the need for spreadsheets. Employees now have self-service access to payroll history, pay stubs, and PTO balances through a digital platform, reducing HR inquiries and providing greater transparency.
“Employees had no online access to their payroll information, and vacation and time-off requests were managed using triplicate paper forms. Now, with AllianceHCM, we’re finally bringing these processes into the 21st century, making everything digital and easily accessible.” Tim noted.
Scalable Payroll and HR Solutions for Manufacturing Growth
As Corry Manufacturing continues rolling out all the functionalities of AllianceHCM, they anticipate even greater efficiencies in documentation management and compliance tracking. The goal is to consolidate all HR and payroll processes into a single, user-friendly system that employees and managers can access seamlessly.
“This system is going to be huge for us,” Tim said. “The ability for employees to access everything in one place—from pay stubs to benefits—will be a game-changer. As a manufacturing firm, we are constantly seeking to improve, automate, and improve efficiency. It only made sense that we would take the same approach administratively.”
Why AllianceHCM is the Best Payroll and HR Solution for Manufacturers
For businesses considering AllianceHCM, Tim’s recommendation is clear: “If a company is considering making the switch, I would absolutely recommend AllianceHCM—whether they use Global Shop or not. My recommendation is based entirely on the service we received. I can confidently say that you won’t find a team that works with you as well as this one.”
Corry Manufacturing’s team is thrilled with how AllianceHCM has streamlined their payroll and HR processes, eliminating inefficiencies and saving valuable time. They also have peace of mind knowing they can rely on exceptional customer support whenever they need it.
