Analyst I- Total Rewards

Westlake Chemical; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Corporation is seeking an Analyst I - Total Rewards to administer and coordinate daily activities for select US benefits programs for employees. The role serves as a primary contact for benefits inquiries and supports HR partners and vendors.

Independent judgment is used to evaluate and improve plan administration. The role includes open enrollment support, ACA compliance, reporting on costs and utilization, and collaboration with internal and external benefits teams to maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2–5 years of professional experience and knowledge of US benefits principles.
• General knowledge of laws/regulations pertaining to benefit administration in the U.S.
• Experience using Workday preferred; familiarity with manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of health and welfare benefit plans and administration processes.
• Administers benefit programs including Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, and EAP.
• Supports ACA compliance and annual open enrollment.
• Coordinates with vendors, carriers and consultants on plan administration.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Research capabilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CEBS or similar certification

Tools

Workday

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Summary

The Analyst I - Total Rewards will administer and coordinate the daily activities and maintenance related to the administration of select US Benefits programs for employees of Westlake Corporation (“the Company”). This position serves as a contact person for benefits related tasks, including employee inquiries, support of local HR business partners and vendor support. Uses independent judgment and decision making to evaluate and make recommendations about benefit plan administration.

Duties and Responsibilities

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintains specific knowledge of the Company’s health and welfare benefit plans and the processes necessary to administer the plans, and develops deep subject matter expertise for the benefit plans for which he/she is responsible
• Responsible for the daily administration of various benefit programs including, but are not limited to, Dental, Vision, Service Awards, Tuition Reimbursement, Dependent Scholarships, Life Insurance, and the Employee Assistance Program
• Ensures timely, accurate and compliant administration and processing of employee life events and Qualified Medical Support Orders
• Provide back-up on leave administration and timecard entry, including the administration of the Company’s Caregiving Leave program
• Assist with yearly open enrollment and ACA compliance
• Serves as a contact for employee and vendor questions/resolution
• Prepares and/or analyzes benefits cost and utilization reports
• Responsible for the review and audit of Workday enrollment and eligibility data
• Works with vendors, carriers and consultants regarding the daily administration processes of each plan for which he/she is responsible
• Works directly with internal and external benefits partners to develop and/or update communication materials for the benefits plans for which he/she is responsible, including the benefits website
• Coordinate the drafting and preparation of certain compliance materials as required, including, but not limited to 5500 filings, Summary Annual Reports, Summary Plan Descriptions and Master Plan Documents for the benefit plans for which he/she is responsible
• Provides training and assistance to field personnel
• Supports other benefits programs, as requested
• Develops and/or maintains administrative procedures for the duties of this position
• Promotes a positive Company image at every opportunity
• Conducts an annual review of this job description and updates it as required
• Performs the primary thinking encompassed by this job description
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures
• Supports Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels including reviewing area of responsibility for improvement opportunities to initiate projects or communicate ideas to management as well as active participation on project teams
• Performs any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree with two to five years of professional experience and a general knowledge of employee benefit principles, practices and procedures.
• General knowledge of laws/regulations pertaining to benefit administration in the U.S.
• Experience managing benefit programs in a chemical manufacturing or general manufacturing environment helpful
• Experience using Workday preferred
• Ability to research/resolve problems or issues in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently to resolve issues or problems on a day-to-day basis
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) in a corporate environment
• CEBS or similar certification preferred
• Proficiency with Windows based software (specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com.

Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®.