Leave Management Specialist II

Job Description

Pay Range: $69,000 - $85,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications

MITER Brands™ is a residential window and door manufacturer that provides a leading portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments. MITER Brands, also known as Milgard, MI Windows & Doors and PGTI is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of vinyl windows and patio doors, with plants across the country.

The Leave Specialist II position exists to serve as the primary contact to support our HR Generalist, Team Members, Legal, and our 3rd Party Leave Administrator to ensure accurate, timely and compliant leave administration. This role is critical in ensuring a seamless coordination of leave, benefits, pay, RTW process, and system updates

Why work at MITER Brands?

Responsibilities

Leave Administration

• Primary Contact: Serve as the primary contact for HR Generalist, Leaders and Third Party Administrator throughout a TM’s leave cycle
• Benefits & Pay: Provide clear communication regarding benefits, pay continuation and other required actions
  
  

Payroll Coordination

• Supplemental Leaves: Coordinate supplemental leave pay and ensure accuracy with the Payroll Team
• Pay Discrepancies: Partner with payroll to resolve any pay discrepancies and ensure accurate team member compensation
• Pay Validation: Validate leave-related pay calculations, including caregiver and childbirth recovery leaves
  
  

System Administration and Data Management

• Accuracy: Maintain accurate leave records within Workday
• Audit: Audit leave statuses, RTW dates and payroll integrations
• Process Improvement: Identify any process improvements and automation opportunities
  
  

Compliance and Risk Management

• Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive team member information appropriately
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws including FMLA, ADA, CFRA, PDL, and paid leave programs
• Standardize Process: Create and support standardized processes and documentation to reduce compliance risk
  
  

Vendor Coordination

• Leave Coordination: Partner with third-party leave administrator to ensure accuracy
• Service Level: Monitor vendor service level and communication effectiveness
• Escalation: Escalate delayed or inaccurate leave cases to ensure timely resolution
• Return to Work Coordination: Coordinate RTW with HR, Leaders and team members to facilitate a smooth transition back to work
• ADA Accommodations: Coordinate accommodations and ADA interactive process with legal and HR when necessary
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR is highly preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in leave administration or HR Operations
• Experience with Workday, or similar HRIS and leave management software
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to navigate sensitive team member situations with empathy and professionalism
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex legal requirements with empathy and clarity
  
  

What We Offer

At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.

We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

• Three comprehensive medical plan options
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Wellness Clinic
  
  

Financial Protection

• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
  
  

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program
  
  

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization And Sponsorship Disclosure

The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the U.S. and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.