Benefits Supervisor

Benefits Supervisor

The Benefits Supervisor leads the administration of employee benefits, wellness initiatives, and related programs while supervising a benefits team. This role provides subject matter expertise, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives continuous improvement through collaboration with vendors and HR leadership.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day oversight of benefits administration, serving as the primary escalation point for complex employee issues and vendor concerns
• Partner with vendors and third-party administrators to deliver benefit programs
• Lead / support the implementation of new benefit vendors or programs
• Oversee the defined benefit pension plan (Ohio CAT Employees’ Pension Plan), ensuring compliant and accurate administration
• Oversee leave of absence (LOA) administration, ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations, accurate processing, and timely resolution of escalated issues
• Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefit processes
• Oversee and audit monthly vendor billing for accuracy and reconciliation
• Manage the company’s annual benefits renewal process
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of employee benefit programs
• Collaborate and cultivate relationships with Payroll, IT, and third-party vendors
• Drive wellness program strategy, engagement, and vendor partnerships
• Supervise, coach, and mentor the benefits team by assigning tasks, reviewing work for accuracy, and training new team members on benefits processes
• Lead employee communication and education efforts, including open enrollment strategy and ongoing benefits awareness initiatives
• Ensure all programs, policies, and procedures comply with current legislation

Minimum Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, human resources, or related field is required
• Minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in benefits administration, with demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
• CEBS/SHRM-CP/PHR Certification is a plus
• Must be proficient in mandated benefit compliance by Federal and State regulations such as ACA, ERISA, COBRA, Section 125, etc.
• Able to maintain multiple priorities and maintain compliance deadlines required
• Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs and language
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written, presentation skills, organizational, multi-tasking, and teamwork skills are all required
• Able to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality through knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Must be detail-oriented and able to multitask
• Able to relate to all employees of Ohio Machinery and be empathetic to each employee’s situation

Employee Benefits

• 401(k) Match and Employer Discretionary Contribution
• Two different Health Insurance options including an HSA health insurance option with a Dollar for Dollar match up to $1,200.00 per year
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Credit Union Access
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Scholarship opportunities for employee's spouses and children, through the Ohio Machinery Education and Opportunity Foundation
• Base pay plus annual bonus potential
• Company SuccessShare bonuses

Physical Requirements

• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting
• To stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• To occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• To lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight
• To operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard
• To verbally communicate to exchange information

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