Our manufacturing client is seeking an experienced Benefits Specialist to administer and support employee benefits programs across multiple facilities. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented HR professional with strong communication skills and a commitment to providing excellent service to employees while maintaining full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA, and 401(k).
- Manage new hire enrollment, qualifying life event changes, and annual open enrollment activities.
- Serve as a primary resource for employees regarding benefits, eligibility, claims, and plan policies.
- Coordinate benefits components of onboarding and offboarding, including COBRA notifications and required compliance reporting.
- Work closely with HR, payroll, and finance teams to ensure accurate benefit deductions and timely vendor reporting.
- Perform routine audits of eligibility, deductions, and vendor invoices; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Support leave of absence administration (FMLA, personal leaves, disability), ensuring timely communication and documentation.
- Maintain and update benefits data within the HRIS and prepare reports as needed.
- Assist with vendor management and contribute to annual plan renewals.
- Ensure adherence to ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, FMLA, and applicable federal and state requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 3+ years of benefits administration experience, ideally within a manufacturing or multi‑site environment
- Strong knowledge of benefits regulations including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and FMLA
- Experience using HRIS/benefits systems such as Workday, ADP, Paylocity, or similar
- Excellent customer service skills and strong communication abilities
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
