Benefits Advisor

Job DetailsJob Location: Morton North - Morton, IL 61550Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: Less than 10%Integrity In Action We do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Focused on Team Success We achieve company goals through camaraderie and serving together. Driven to Deliver We fulfill our commitments with exceptional effort. Consistent Progress We are dedicated to the ongoing improvement of our people and processes. Professional Authenticity We bring excellence using our individuality. Join the best team around! Through 80 years, Morton Industries has built a reputation for excellence in tube, sheet, and enclosure fabrication. From supplying established off highway OEMs to brand new startups and everything in-between across the globe, your expertise makes a mark on history. With 5 facilities across the United States to better serve our customers, we maintain a consistent culture of team success. As a part of Morton Industries, you will be a part of a highly valued team of experts with limitless opportunity. Our professional authenticity drives our unique dedication to ongoing improvement of our people, valuing both your needs and the needs of our customers. Morton Industries is hiring for a Benefits Advisor! Morton offers: Low Insurance Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision Short Term and Long-Term Disability Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Coverages Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Company Paid Life Insurance 401K Match Paid Bereavement   Position Summary The Benefits Advisor is responsible for helping employees understand, navigate, and confidently use their benefits, especially healthcare—through proactive guidance, education, and one-on-one support. This role serves as a trusted resource for employees, simplifying complex information, improving the overall benefits experience, and influencing smarter healthcare decisions. The Benefits Advisor is highly visible, regularly engaging employees across all locations and shifts. Key Responsibilities Employee Guidance & Support (Primary Focus) Serve as the primary resource for employee benefits questions, with a focus on healthcare navigation Provide one-on-one guidance to help employees make informed benefits decisions Assist employees in understanding claims, billing issues, and coverage details Take ownership of employee issues and follow through to resolution Proactive Employee Engagement Regularly connect with employees across all plants and shifts—not just during open enrollment Identify patterns of confusion or concern and address them proactively Build trust through consistent visibility and accessibility Partner with HR Business Partners and leaders to support employee needs Benefits Education & Communication Develop and deliver clear, simple, and practical benefits education Lead new hire benefits orientation focused on understanding, not just enrollment Create tools, guides, and communications that simplify complex benefits information Improve how benefits are communicated throughout the year Administration Benefits Support enrollment, eligibility, and benefits changes accurately and timely Work with brokers and vendors on plan administration and renewals Assist with benefits billing issues and discrepancies Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with applicable regulations Data & Continuous Improvement Analyze claims data, employee feedback, and utilization trends Identify opportunities to improve employee understanding and experience Recommend enhancements to plans, communication, or processes Support efforts to improve utilization and reduce avoidable costs Wellness & Engagement Lead wellness initiatives aligned with employee needs Support broader employee engagement efforts in partnership with HR team Success Profile This role is successful when: Employees understand their benefits and feel confident in their decisions Employees feel supported and have a positive experience when navigating benefits Questions and issues are addressed proactively—not just reactively Benefits are viewed as a valuable part of working at Morton Industries Employees make informed healthcare decisions that reduce confusion and unnecessary cost Core Competencies Communication & Teaching Ability Empathy & Employee Focus Proactivity & Initiative Problem Solving Organization & Execution Analytical Thinking Morton Industries, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualifications  3+ years of experience in benefits, HR, insurance, or related field Strong ability to explain complex information in simple, practical terms Demonstrated ability to build trust and work effectively with employees at all levels High level of initiative and proactive problem-solving Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and trends Proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems