We are looking for a meticulous Benefits Administrator to join our manufacturing team in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. As a Benefits Administrator, you will be managing employee benefits programs, coordinating with various vendors, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. You will also be a primary resource for employees regarding benefits and leave inquiries.Responsibilities:• Administering a range of employee benefit programs, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and voluntary benefits.• Ensuring accurate data collection and payment requests for all group plans during monthly billing processes.• Collaborating with the HR team to evaluate, select, and renew benefit offerings, taking into consideration cost-effectiveness and employee needs.• Managing and resolving file integration issues, error reports, and enrollment system configurations.• Ensuring compliance with regulations such as ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and state-specific rules.• Planning and executing annual open enrollment, including preparation of materials, delivery of presentations, and system updates.• Administering FMLA and other leave requests, maintaining accurate leave records, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.• Serving as the lead coordinator for Work Comp claims, managing all communications and claim activities.• Acting as the primary contact for employee benefit inquiries, delivering accurate resolutions in a timely manner.• Building and maintaining relationships with benefit brokers, insurance carriers, and other third-party vendors.• Assisting with contract negotiations and managing vendor performance to ensure quality service and cost efficiency.• Maintaining accurate benefit and leave records within HRIS systems.• Assisting in the development and updating of benefits and leave policies in line with organizational goals and legal requirements.• Monitoring industry trends and legislative changes, advising HR leadership on necessary adjustments.This exciting opportunity is requiring 1-3 years of full-cycle benefits administration experience. An Associates or Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or similar is preferred but not required - our client prefers experience over degree!Beginning pay for this role is $67,000-93,000, depending on qualifications. Full, robust benefits are also offered for this position, including health, dental, vision, 401k with match, profit sharing, and tuition reimbursement. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply with an up to date resume for immediate consideration!
Job Title
Benefits Administrator