Benefits Administrator

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Elmhurst, IL, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Automotive • Manufacturing
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The Role
Administer company employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, retirement, life, disability, voluntary policies); ensure compliance with federal/state laws (ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA); manage enrollment, billing, records, communications, and benefit inquiries; analyze benchmark surveys and recommend plan changes; prepare regulatory filings and coordinate with carriers and government programs.
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Company Description

STATE OF THE ART FACILITIES * ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES * GREAT EARNINGS AND BENEFITS

Gerber Collision & Glass is looking for an experienced Benefits Administrator to join our winning team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of the leader in collision repair and take your career to the next level. We're looking for someone who can WOW every customer, accurately assess damaged vehicles, and work in cooperation with others to achieve common goals.

Job Description

Summary/Objective

Responsible for administration of employee benefits in all company operations. As needed, provides special guidance and assistance to all locations on various employee benefit plans.


Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Administers employee benefits programs such as retirement plans; medical; dental; vision; term life insurance plans; disability programs; and voluntary insurance policies.

  2. Evaluates and compares existing company benefits with those of other employers by analyzing other plans, surveys, and other sources of information. Plans, develops, and/or participates in area and industry surveys. Analyzes results of surveys and develops specific recommendations for review by management.

  3. Responsible for roll out of approved new plans and changes by preparing announcement material, booklets, and other media for communicating new plans to employees. Revises and reissues all communications material on benefits on an ongoing basis.

  4. Gathers employee data and processes the monthly billings and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans.

  5. Assures company compliance with provisions of Employee Retirement Income Security Act. Supervises preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies, such as Internal Revenue Service, Department of Labor, insurance commissioners, and other regulatory agencies. Reviews and analyzes changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits, and reports necessary or suggested changes to management. Coordinates company benefits, with government sponsored programs.

  6. Handles benefit inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, courteous resolution. Maintains contact in person, and by phone or email to facilitate proper and complete utilization of benefits for all employees.

  7. Supervises maintenance of enrollment, application, and claims records for all benefit plans.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

  1. Bachelor’s degree in HR related field and three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience.

  2. Computer proficiency with the ability to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ADP Payroll Programs.

  3. Leadership skills and experience. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates. Capability of effective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.

  4. Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs.

  5. Knowledge of benefits contract language

  6. Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers’ compensation, Medicare, COBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirements.

  7. Excellent communication and organization skills.

Additional Information

  • Stable upwardly mobile employment with a growing company
  • Winning culture and excellent work environment
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, 401(K), paid time off, and a lot more
  • Senior leadership with integrity who's eager to do new big things
  • Great earning potential
  • Forward thinking company who is up to date with equipment and technology

We are a high performance company, looking for a high performance Automotive Technician. If you're hard working and quality minded, this is a great opportunity for you.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in HR related field
  • Three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience
  • Computer proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ADP Payroll Programs
  • Leadership skills and experience; ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple projects under pressure
  • Strong analytical skills and thorough knowledge of plan designs
  • Knowledge of benefits contract language
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations affecting benefits (ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, Social Security, DOL requirements)
  • Excellent communication and organization skills

Gerber Collision & Glass Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gerber Collision & Glass and has not been reviewed or approved by Gerber Collision & Glass.

  • Healthcare Strength Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage is advertised across postings. Employer-paid short-term disability and basic life insurance add baseline protection.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is presented as a core benefit, with plan availability described across roles and markets. Vesting and enrollment details are referenced, signaling structured retirement support.
  • Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards Performance-based pay structures (commission for estimators, flat-rate for technicians) can translate to higher earnings in busy shops. Company materials promote a wage calculator and a clear productivity model linking output to pay.

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The Company
HQ: Elmhurst, IL
3,708 Employees
Year Founded: 1937

What We Do

For over 80 years, Gerber Collision & Glass has specialized in performing high-quality automotive collision repairs. We understand that being involved in a collision is a stressful experience, and we're here to help you every step of the way.

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