HR Benefits & Leave Partner

About the Role

Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials, and we're seeking an HR Benefits & Leave Partner to bring expertise, empathy, and strategic thinking to the way we support our people. This is a remote-based HR role with a strong focus on U.S. benefits and leave administration, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FMLA, STD, LTD, paid leave programs, and regulatory compliance. You'll serve as a trusted resource for team members and leaders while partnering with HR leadership to evaluate programs, identify opportunities, manage risk, control costs, and create a better employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of U.S. employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, group life, and disability
• Lead administration of leave programs, including FMLA, STD, and LTD leaves of absence
• Advise employees on benefit eligibility, leave requirements, and related questions
• Develop clear, engaging benefits and leave communications, including FAQs, notifications, presentations, orientations, and benefit materials
• Evaluate existing benefits, leave policies, and wellness programs and recommend improvements to HR leadership
• Analyze self-insured medical plan costs and identify opportunities for employee engagement and cost containment
• Partner with HR Business Partners to address benefits and leave questions and concerns
• Ensure benefits and leave programs comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain working knowledge of ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, paid leave laws, and applicable IRS reporting requirements
• Complete required census, auditing, reporting, and compliance activities
• Stay current on changing regulations and help minimize organizational risk
• Build effective relationships with employees, leaders, and HR colleagues across the organization
• Provide HR guidance and interpretation on employee relations matters when needed
• Support fair, consistent, and legally compliant people practices
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives focused on employee engagement, satisfaction, productivity, and retention
• Support onboarding, benefits enrollment, payroll processes, employee separations, and other HR activities as needed
• Provide management training and coaching on a variety of people-related topics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, plus 5+ years of HR experience, preferably with a strong concentration in benefits and leave administration — or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong knowledge of benefits and leave administration
• Experience with self-insured medical plans is preferred
• Strong understanding of applicable benefits and leave regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience working with HRIS, benefits systems, and Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills
• Ability to explain complex benefits and leave requirements in a way employees and managers can understand
• Exceptional confidentiality, judgment, organization, and attention to detail
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and confidently figure things out in a dynamic environment
• A strategic mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, influence decisions, and drive positive change

Preferred Certifications

• SHRM-CP, PHR, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), or another benefits-related certification

Location & Travel

This is a remote role with an important location requirement. To support our East Coast operations and maintain strong connections with our locations, candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance (60 minutes) of one of these Pyrotek locations: Cortland, NY; Sanborn, NY; Salisbury, NC; or Aurora, OH. Domestic travel of up to 20% is required.

Pay

The minimum and maximum salary range for this full-time position is $79,122 - $98,902 + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.