Benefits Manager

EJ has an immediate opening for a Benefits Manager. 

 

Generous Benefit Package that includes: 

 

Paid Vacation and Holidays, Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave, 401K (with match), Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, HSA with Employer Match, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and Bonus Program

 

About EJ:  We are the leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of access solutions for water, sewer, drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks. EJ is a family-owned company with global operations. The corporate headquarters is in East Jordan, Michigan, where the company was founded in 1883.

 

Location:  This position is located at our Corporate Office in East Jordan, Michigan. 

 

SUMMARY

Oversees the development, implementation, administration, and maintenance of benefits programs and policies related to all aspects of human resources activities.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Manages benefits programs such as life, health, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, disability insurances, retirement plans, sick leave, leave of absence, employee assistance program, and any other auxiliary programs.
• Assists HR staff with employee benefit inquiries and resolves benefits-related issues.
• Evaluates existing benefits programs against peer organizations to determine competitiveness, trends and developments.
• Leads annual renewals and open enrollment strategy end-to-end, including plan design, contribution modeling, and recommendations
• Leads benefit implementations projects including the setup and testing of electronic data file feeds (e.g., eligibility, payroll, vendor integrations) ensuring data integrity, system compatibility and time execution across internal system and external partners
• Maintains employee benefits data and automated human resources information systems. Coordinates transfer of data to external vendors, plan providers, vendors, auditors, and consultants for services, premiums, and plan administration.
• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance as related to benefits.
• Works with Broker to study best practices and plans for all benefits.
• Compiles benefits summaries and gathers data to help EJ compare our benefits with other companies.
• Manages open enrollment period to ensure all legal requirements are met, benefits changes are accurate, and benefit programs are properly communicated.
• Works with human resources staff in the preparation of open enrollment materials and presentations.
• Works with retirement plan administration, compliance issues, and individual employee retirements.
• Plans and prepares benefits documentation for new employee orientation and onboarding to foster positive employee relations toward company goals.
• Analyzes benefits experience for cost-control and risk-assessment factors and recommends changes where needed.
• Oversees plan documentation governance, Form 5500 coordination, nondiscrimination testing, and audit readiness
• Promotes safety awareness, accident prevention and employee involvement in regard to a safe work environment. Ensures employees have an understanding of the safety expectations of the organization.
• Promotes the company culture, the mission and vision, and the core values of the company.
• Other projects and duties as directed by the employee's supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree (B. A.)  in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline and four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITES   

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze data, interpret trends, and support decision-making.
• High degree of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential and sensitive information.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) a plus.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

EJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.