We are seeking a Benefits Coordinator to join our team and manage all aspects of employee benefits programs. The Benefits Coordinator will be responsible for assisting employees with benefits enrollment, providing information on available benefits options, and resolving benefits-related inquiries.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the administration of all employee benefit plans, such as medical, dental, ancillary benefits, life insurance, accident and disability insurance, COBRA, flexible spending programs, for both union and salary plans.
• Serves as the subject matter expert for all benefit plans and first point of contact for employees regarding all employee benefits issues, concerns, and questions.
• Conduct new hire orientation, ensuring employees are enrolled and set up with applicable payroll deductions.
• Manage annual open enrollment process, including creating educational materials, holding meetings, updating HRIS system.
• Prepares and ensures the timely completion of new hire enrollments, annual enrollments, and life event changes.
• Collaborate with insurance providers to resolve any benefits-related issues.
• Ensures that employee benefits-related reports (e.g., Form 5500, SARs, 1095s, etc.) are prepared and timely filed with governmental entities, as required.
• Maintain data in the Lawson HRIS system and employee benefit files.
• Processes weekly and monthly benefit invoices, reviewing and auditing for accuracy.

Requirements:

• Associate degree in human resources or related field; relevant work experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum three years’ experience in an HR role. Equivalent facility experience also considered.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Union experience highly preferred.
• Must have excellent demonstrated interpersonal skills in dealing with team members throughout the organization.
• Required computer skills to include MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook as well as hardware and software applications used in the Human Resources function.

Successful candidates will also demonstrate these additional qualifications:

• Demonstrated problem solving ability, research, analytical, and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters.
• Demonstrated ability to act in good judgement and make informed decisions.
• Demonstrated superior communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to use sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with the role.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work well under pressure.
• Excellent organization skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Highly motivated team player with a passion to succeed.
• This position requires flexibility with assigned duties as well as willingness to take on projects.

The pay range anticipated for this role is $45,000 to $62,000 per year. Please keep in mind that this range represents an estimate based upon requested experience and skill sets. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, experience, knowledge, skills, and may differ from this estimate.

Sumitomo Rubber, USA offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply at SumitomoRubberUSA.com.

EOE M/F/Disabled/Veterans, Sumitomo Rubber, USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.