_SUMMARY:_ Reporting to the Benefits Manager, the Benefits Specialist provides administrative support for all U.S. health benefit programs, retirement programs, and leaves of absence administration. This position is classified as non-exempt salaried. _OBJECTIVES:_ * Ensure accuracy and compliance for health, retirement, and leave benefit programs and processes * Support key process improvement and cost management initiatives * Support benefit communication strategy _DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:_ * Handle day-to-day coordination of all health and retirement benefit plans * Administer FMLA, leave of absence, and disability benefit programs * Assist employees with benefits questions * Research and resolve issues using internal and external benefit resources * Assist with payroll related benefit deductions * Utilize online benefits enrollment software to perform daily tasks * Support COVID-19 related activity & absence tracking * Perform recurring tasks and transactions * Coordinate open enrollment activities * Contribute to projects that will continue to improve the benefits experience _KEY RELATIONSHIPS:_ * Internal HR Business Partners * Benefits Vendors and Advisors * Payroll Department _EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:_ Required: * 2+ years administrative experience in Benefits * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; friendly and professional demeanor * Strong organizational skills: proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment * Attention to detail and thorough follow through; ability to meet deadlines * Ability to maintain the confidentiality, sensitivity, and security of information * Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); intermediate Excel skills preferred Desired: * 4-year degree (Human Resources, Business) * Prior experience with FMLA and leave of absence administration, retirement plan administration * Familiarity using an online benefits enrollment platform and HRIS database All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Recruiters: Please note that Associated Materials, Alside and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers of recruiting service associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to AMI or any of its employees will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have authority to engage or authorize recruiting services. Any questions regarding recruiting services of any kind must be sent to jobs at associatedmaterials dot com. #Indeed-Associated
