What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Business Partner position at Fromm Family Foods?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Summary: The HR Business Partner is a key member of
the Human Resources team, responsible for the end-to-end administration
of employee benefits and leave of absence programs across businesses.
This role provides vital support to new hires and terminating employees
regarding benefits, ensures accurate processing of benefit elections and
deductions, and manages all types of employee leave including FMLA,
personal, and disability. In addition, this role supports wellness
program initiatives, assists with payroll coordination, and acts as a
trusted point of contact for employee questions, benefit and
leave-related inquiries. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This
list is representative of the key responsibilities of the role, but is
not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Benefits
Administration: Conduct benefits orientations for new full-time or newly
eligible employees, ensuring clear understanding of plan options, costs,
and enrollment deadlines. Serve as the primary point of contact for
benefit-related changes due to qualifying life events, employment status
changes, or terminations. Manage benefits enrollment and termination
processes in HRIS systems; ensure accurate and timely data transfers to
carriers and payroll systems. Perform monthly audits and reconcile
benefit invoices by verifying coverage types, effective dates, premiums,
and payroll deductions; resolve discrepancies with vendors. Involved in
preparing and completing Benefits Open Enrollment process. Leave of
Absence Management: Administer employee leaves including FMLA, personal,
short-term disability, and other approved absences. Determine
eligibility and distribute required documentation; track timelines,
medical certifications, and communications. Coordinate closely with
employees, managers, and benefit providers to ensure compliance and
clarity throughout the leave process. Maintain accurate records of all
leave and benefit coordination, including applicable insurance claims
and payroll impacts. Payroll & General HR Support: Prepare and submit
bi-weekly payroll updates, including new hire data, benefit deductions,
leaves of absence, and employee status changes. Verify employee data in
HRIS systems to ensure accuracy in a variety of information; job codes,
benefit classifications, direct deposit, and compensation. Act as a
point person to address HR questions from employees / managers. Assist
with various HR programs or tasks as assigned, which may include
development, compliance issues, etc. Wellness Program Support: Partner
with the HR Team in the development and delivery of company wellness
initiatives. Promote health and wellness resources and ensure
integration with the benefits program where applicable. Employee &
Vendor Communication: Maintain regular communication with employees,
managers, and benefit carriers to address questions and ensure service
excellence. Create and maintain accessible documentation related to
benefits and leave policies on internal platforms (e.g., intranet).
Marginal Duties: Support onboarding by completing required documentation
with new hires and explaining benefits, policies, and 401(k) options.
Provide support to payroll as needed. Qualifications: Technology
Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe, and HRIS platforms
(e.g., Pay Com, UKG, Paylocity). Confidentiality: Maintains strict
confidentiality of sensitive HR and employee information. Attention to
Detail: Highly organized with strong follow-through in audits, billing,
and documentation. Problem-Solving: Capable of independently
troubleshooting benefit and leave-related issues. Follow-up: Strong
sense of urgency and tenacity to address issue issues timely. Education
and Experience: Bachelor\'s degree in Human Resources, Business
Administration, or related field preferred. At least three years of
experience in HR with a focus on benefits or leave administrati n. A
combination of relevant education and work experience may be considered.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills
with the ability to explain complex benefits and leave processes
clearly. Experience handling sensitive conversations and communicating
with employees at all levels. Spanish fluency is a plus, but not
required. Reasoning Ability: Ability to interpret and follow HR policies
and benefits procedures. Strong judgment and decision-making in applying
leave policies and resolving benefit issues. Work Environment Primarily
office-based with occasional visits to production or other facilities.
May be exposed to moderate noise or production-related odors in plant
environments. Use of appropriate PPE (e.g., hard hats, steel-toe shoes)
required during plant visits. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
E-Mail a Rsum: aynsley.trudeau@frommfamily.com
the Human Resources team, responsible for the end-to-end administration
of employee benefits and leave of absence programs across businesses.
This role provides vital support to new hires and terminating employees
regarding benefits, ensures accurate processing of benefit elections and
deductions, and manages all types of employee leave including FMLA,
personal, and disability. In addition, this role supports wellness
program initiatives, assists with payroll coordination, and acts as a
trusted point of contact for employee questions, benefit and
leave-related inquiries. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This
list is representative of the key responsibilities of the role, but is
not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Benefits
Administration: Conduct benefits orientations for new full-time or newly
eligible employees, ensuring clear understanding of plan options, costs,
and enrollment deadlines. Serve as the primary point of contact for
benefit-related changes due to qualifying life events, employment status
changes, or terminations. Manage benefits enrollment and termination
processes in HRIS systems; ensure accurate and timely data transfers to
carriers and payroll systems. Perform monthly audits and reconcile
benefit invoices by verifying coverage types, effective dates, premiums,
and payroll deductions; resolve discrepancies with vendors. Involved in
preparing and completing Benefits Open Enrollment process. Leave of
Absence Management: Administer employee leaves including FMLA, personal,
short-term disability, and other approved absences. Determine
eligibility and distribute required documentation; track timelines,
medical certifications, and communications. Coordinate closely with
employees, managers, and benefit providers to ensure compliance and
clarity throughout the leave process. Maintain accurate records of all
leave and benefit coordination, including applicable insurance claims
and payroll impacts. Payroll & General HR Support: Prepare and submit
bi-weekly payroll updates, including new hire data, benefit deductions,
leaves of absence, and employee status changes. Verify employee data in
HRIS systems to ensure accuracy in a variety of information; job codes,
benefit classifications, direct deposit, and compensation. Act as a
point person to address HR questions from employees / managers. Assist
with various HR programs or tasks as assigned, which may include
development, compliance issues, etc. Wellness Program Support: Partner
with the HR Team in the development and delivery of company wellness
initiatives. Promote health and wellness resources and ensure
integration with the benefits program where applicable. Employee &
Vendor Communication: Maintain regular communication with employees,
managers, and benefit carriers to address questions and ensure service
excellence. Create and maintain accessible documentation related to
benefits and leave policies on internal platforms (e.g., intranet).
Marginal Duties: Support onboarding by completing required documentation
with new hires and explaining benefits, policies, and 401(k) options.
Provide support to payroll as needed. Qualifications: Technology
Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe, and HRIS platforms
(e.g., Pay Com, UKG, Paylocity). Confidentiality: Maintains strict
confidentiality of sensitive HR and employee information. Attention to
Detail: Highly organized with strong follow-through in audits, billing,
and documentation. Problem-Solving: Capable of independently
troubleshooting benefit and leave-related issues. Follow-up: Strong
sense of urgency and tenacity to address issue issues timely. Education
and Experience: Bachelor\'s degree in Human Resources, Business
Administration, or related field preferred. At least three years of
experience in HR with a focus on benefits or leave administrati n. A
combination of relevant education and work experience may be considered.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills
with the ability to explain complex benefits and leave processes
clearly. Experience handling sensitive conversations and communicating
with employees at all levels. Spanish fluency is a plus, but not
required. Reasoning Ability: Ability to interpret and follow HR policies
and benefits procedures. Strong judgment and decision-making in applying
leave policies and resolving benefit issues. Work Environment Primarily
office-based with occasional visits to production or other facilities.
May be exposed to moderate noise or production-related odors in plant
environments. Use of appropriate PPE (e.g., hard hats, steel-toe shoes)
required during plant visits. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
E-Mail a Rsum: aynsley.trudeau@frommfamily.com