Benefits Manager

Job Description
Working with PQ’s HR team and employees, the Benefits Manager is responsible for the administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), and pension plans for US and Canadian employees. This role manages related vendor relationships and is encouraged to assess, simplify and recommend changes to streamline benefits administration.
Manages daily administration of all US and Canadian benefits and retirement plans, between carriers and employees. Performs accurate data entry into payroll, benefits carrier sites, benefits enrollment site(s), and other systems as needed to ensure accuracy of benefits information.
Conducts in-person new hire on-boarding program related to HR and benefits, in partnership with Human Resources and hiring managers.
Assists employees regarding benefits claim issues and plan changes. Enrolls employees with carriers and processes life status changes.
Leads benefits enrollment processes, including communications and materials.
Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries.
Administers all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork:
medical, personal, disability, worker’s compensation, FMLA and worker’s compensation.
Effectively interprets FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities.
Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts. Manages the annual catch-up contribution enrollment;
calculates and processes Personal Retirement Plan contributions.
Participates in annual 401k audit, working with vendor, prepares 5500 and submits it.
Oversees pension plans administration, manages vendors who hold assets and administer plans.
Reconciles and routes benefits invoices for payment.
Creates an exceptional employee experience by championing unique benefit offerings
Keeps current on benefits regulations and new legislation;
ensure all programs andpolicies are legally compliant;
and oversee audits and required filings
Increases employee understanding of benefit programs by communicating programs clearly and concisely;
translating complex data and/or benefits information into easily understood terms
Develops and implement training and communication to educate all employees about the company's benefits programs.
Develops and manages employee wellness programs and wellness committee.
Maintains a high level of contact and visibility with employees at all levels to foster respectful, trusting and credible relationships. Serve as an advocate for multiple stakeholders to ensure a fair and comprehensive assessment of perspectives and options.
Provides support for the human resource department including, but not limited to distributing HR communications, maintaining accuracy and timelines of databases, creation and distribution of correspondence, creation of employee files and new hire packets.
Communicates and provides guidance for benefits related processes, policies and procedures.
Continually strives to improve the delivery of benefits and HR processes, procedures and practices. Collaborates with local, regional, and global HR teams.
Incorporates diversity, inclusion and belonging into the employee experience with leadership support
Maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business’ financial position, its midrange plans, its culture, and its competition.
Analyzes trends and metrics, helps develop solutions, programs and policies.
Utilizes strong knowledge of benefits and HR related legal requirements to minimize legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
Updates ADP and Sharepoint, programs and runs reports.
Manages change well, leading others through rapid organizational change.
Prioritizes when presented with a long list of ‘top priority’ situations.
Complies with all federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and requirements.
Complies with company policies.
Other duties as assigned or required.