What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Supervisor position at Kloeckner?
Job Summary:
The Benefits Supervisor is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the retirement and Health & Welfare benefits programs. This role oversees and manages the administration of employee benefits, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations, handling inquiries, and staying current on benefits trends.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage the administration of employees' benefits including health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and all leave of absence (short-term disability, long-term disability, maternity/paternity leave, FMLA, workers’ compensation)
- Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations regarding benefits
- Handle benefits enrollment, documentation, and processing
- Coordinate with the Payroll team on benefits processing
- Assist with interpreting Employee Benefits Plan Documents
- Develop and maintain relationships with benefits providers
- Assist with related vendor system administration
- Address employee inquiries and concerns related to benefits
- Provide training for new employees to understand their benefits
- Stay up to date with evolving benefit trends and compliance requirements
- Supervise and prioritize the work of assigned areas of responsibility
- Select, train, and evaluate employees
- Attend and facilitate presentations to employee groups
- Assist the Employee Benefits Advisory Committee as needed
- Manage benefits-related HRIS software
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 3 years of experience in benefits administration/human resources
- 1 years supervisory experience
- Extensive knowledge of benefits packages, policies, and legislation
- Proficient with HRIS systems (UKG, ADP, Ceridian)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Bachelor’s or associate degree in Business Administration or a related field
- Professional certification (SHRM-CP, CEBS, GBA, RPA) is a plus but not required
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Strong and proven customer service skills
- Ability to work under pressure and regularly re-prioritize tasks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
