What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior HR Specialist (Benefits & Leaves) position at eVirtual Recruiting?
We are seeking a Senior HR Specialist for a manufacturing company in Acton. This role is responsible for administering all employee benefits and managing the full leave program while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional employee support.
Responsibilities
- Administer all employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and wellness initiatives.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related questions, issue resolution, and vendor communication.
- Manage the full leave administration process (FMLA, PFML, ADA, STD/LTD, workers’ compensation coordination, etc.).
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and plan-level requirements related to benefits and leaves.
- Conduct new hire benefits onboarding, including UKG enrollment support.
- Maintain accurate HRIS data and benefit/leave records; generate and analyze related reports.
- Support benefits audits, plan renewals, and annual open enrollment activities.
- Assist with training program administration as needed, including maintaining training records and supporting scheduling.
This is a Direct Hire position. The position is on-site. The hours are Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM
MUST HAVES:
- At least 3 years dedicated to benefits and leave administration
- Strong knowledge of employee benefits and compliance requirements
- High comfort level with HR systems and data integrity
NICE TO HAVE:
- UKG experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field strongly preferred.
- PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
- Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment strongly preferred.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match annual Profit Sharing
- Vacation, Sick/Personal Time, Bereavement Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays
- On-site gym, wellness program, and enhanced EAP
- FSA available; company-paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement and 529 college savings options
- Annual bonus
