Joelette Elder

Detail-driven Field Office Manager with 15+ years of experience supporting large scale industrial, energy, and manufacturing projects across high-performance environments. Proven expert in high volume payroll administration, project controls, regulatory compliance, and full scope field office operations. Recognized for exceptional accuracy, professionalism, and the ability to optimize workflows, strengthen documentation integrity, and streamline complex processes.

Trusted partner to leadership with a reputation for maintaining operational continuity, elevating team performance, and ensuring flawless execution in fast-paced, deadline-driven settings.

Field Office Manager - GPI - Waco, TX

(2023-02 - 2026-06)

Manage daily office operations for a major recycled liner board plant.

• Process weekly payroll for 1,800+ employees with strict accuracy.
• Maintain employee records, payroll tax compliance, and reporting.
• Train new staff on procedures, safety, and documentation standards.
• Prepare payroll and operational reports for leadership review.

Field Office Manager - Sonoco - Hartsville, SC

(2022-04 - 2023-01)

• Processed payroll and maintained employee records.
• Supported payroll tax filings and compliance.
• Assisted with new-hire training and safety procedures.
• Collaborated with operations to streamline material handling workflows.

Field Office Manager - Irving Tissue - Macon, GA

(2020-05 - 2022-03)

• Managed payroll for 300 employees and full office operations.
• Implemented safety protocols and maintained compliance documentation.
• Supported performance reviews, timekeeping, and HR processes.
• Oversaw inventory and coordinated material ordering.

Field Office Manager - WestRock - Florence, SC

(2018-01 - 2020-04)

• Processed weekly payroll for 300+ employees.
• Created and maintained employee records and onboarding documentation.
• Resolved payroll issues and ensured timely wage payments.
• Supported HR compliance and reporting.

Head Field Office Manager / Project Controls Clerk - M.J. Electric (Quanta Services)

(2007-10 - 2018-09)

• Managed field-office operations for 250 employees across major industrial and energy projects.
• Processed timesheets, payroll, new hires, layoffs, and project documentation.
• Oversaw material ordering and inventory for large construction sites.
• Ensured compliance with company policies and safety standards.