Klein Tools is a dynamic, fast-paced and results driven company dedicated to launching hundreds of innovative products each year. Are you ready to make an impact?
Perks for you include:

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)

Discounts on Klein Tools products

Education and Professional Development Assistance

The Benefits Coordinator position is responsible for directing and planning the day to day operations of group benefit programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, accident and critical illness, flexible spending accounts and 401(k) retirement plans). This position also provides excellent customer service. The Benefits Coordinator also supervises and monitors benefit administration, and provides analytical and technical support in the delivery of the benefit programs. Serve as a liaison between employees and the third-party administrator. Resolve benefits related issues to ensure effective utilization of plans.

1. Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
2. Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration.
3. Investigate discrepancies and provide information on non-routine situations.
4. Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefit processes.
5. Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations (i.e. HIPPA, FMLA, ADA, COBRA, etc.).
6. Assure accuracy and timeliness of required filings.
7. Coordinate daily benefit processing. - Enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, hardships and compliance testing.
8. Oversee maintenance of employee benefit files and updating of employee payroll records.
9. Implement and maintain group benefits databases.
10. Prepare regular benefit reports extracting data from the databases.
12. Develop communication tools to enhance understanding of the companys benefits package.
13.Design and distribute materials for benefit orientations, open enrollment and summary plan 14. Other related, necessary duties as required by the Department Director/Supervisor.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field required.

Capability of effective planning and priority setting while working to meet deadlines
Knowledge and general understanding of the leave requirements afforded by the FMLA, ADA, and other applicable laws
Ability and desire to learn all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and requirements affecting employee benefit programs, including COBRA, Section 125, Medicare, Social Security and DOL requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of Ceridian Dayforce Platform preferred but not required
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with people at all levels with respect and compassion
Ability to build and maintain trust at all levels of the organization

Your main focus:

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at hr@kleintools.com.