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Job DescriptionOur client in Marlborough is currently looking for an experienced Benefits & Compensation Specialist to report to report to the VP of HR. This position will be responsible for the planning, management, compliance, and communication of all benefit programs including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, 401(k), FMLA, COBRA, and voluntary offerings.
The hours are Monday-Friday but individual must be flexible to work off shift based on the needs of the business.
Must have ability to work in a fast paced, diverse manufacturing work environment.
Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:
Implement benefit strategies and programs to ensure overall company competitiveness for benefit and retirement plans
Review and analyze changes to federal and state laws pertaining to benefits, and facilitate necessary changes
Work closely with external benefit brokers and vendors
Manage existing wellness initiatives as well as create, develop, and launch new programs in alignment with company wellness goals
Process all benefit plan enrollments and changes, plan documents, and plan regulatory guidelines in accordance with Company policies
Manage all employee leaves i.e. FMLA, STD, LTD, and WC for compliance with company policy and applicable laws
Direct the planning and execution of open enrollment processes including development of communication materials, onsite presentations, and coordination with HRIS
Partner with vendors/brokers to complete required reporting including Form 5500, Summary Annual Reports and Descriptions
Research and respond to employee questions regarding all aspects of benefits and act as liaison between employee and insurance carriers/brokers to ensure timely resolution of issues
Audit vendor bills; reconcile HRIS and COBRA reports to monthly billing to ensure accurate payment and enrollment; prepare invoices and present bills for timely payment
Conduct comprehensive benefits orientation to new hires
Manage Service Award Program
Responsible for COBRA administration
Oversee 401(k) educational program and participates in 401(k) Investment Committee meetings
Assist in annual audit and address audit results on internal controls for the 401(k) plan
Conduct annual wage & benefit survey, analyze data, and make change recommendations to compensation structure
Participate in wage surveys
Other projects/duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
A minimum of 2-5 years experience in benefits administration and/or training in a related field. Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to benefits.
Ability to read and interpret documents including legal documents, procedure manuals, policies, government regulations, and business journals.
Ability to write routine reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information to groups of employees within the organization. Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills and solid listening skills.
-Proficiency in Spanish is desirable.
-Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
- 2-5 years experience in benefits administration and/or related field
- Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to benefits (COBRA, FMLA, etc.)
- Experience with COBRA administration, FMLA, STD, LTD, WC, and 401(k) plan support
- Experience working with external benefit brokers, vendors, and insurance carriers
- Experience using HRIS for enrollments, reconciliations, and reporting
- Ability to read and interpret legal documents, policies, government regulations
- Ability to write routine reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to present information to groups and conduct new-hire benefits orientations
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and solid listening skills
- Ability to apply mathematical concepts (fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse manufacturing environment and be flexible with hours
- Proficiency in Spanish
Randstad Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Randstad and has not been reviewed or approved by Randstad.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits are described as flexible in several markets, with options like add-on insurance, wellness programs, and discounts indicating breadth and choice.
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Retirement Support — Pension or 401(k) contributions are highlighted in multiple regions, suggesting meaningful retirement provisions are commonly included.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and sometimes vision coverage appears across various countries, pointing to solid core health benefits in many locations.
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