Sr Benefits Analyst

Job description

The Sr. Benefits Analyst is responsible for assisting with the management and administration of employee benefit programs ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role supports the daily administration of employee health and welfare plans, multiple 401(k) plans, leave of absence management, and Canadian health/retirement benefits. This is a remote role; however, you must reside in the Downers Grove, IL area or within 20 miles from one of our plant locations. Key Responsibilities: Benefits Administration & Support: - Provide guidance to the HR team and employees by interpreting and applying benefit policies ensuring clear communication and understanding. - Collaborate with the HR team to identify opportunities for benefit program and/or administrative process improvements. - Support the management of the Company’s third-party benefit vendors ensuring compliance with agreements, plan provisions, changing regulations; troubleshooting for resolution of open issues and identify opportunities for benefit program enhancements. - Participate in and/or lead vendor management meetings including utilization reviews and consideration of new solutions and tools to br...