Benefits Administrator

Ohio Machinery Co.; Broadview Heights (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental & Vision

Educational Scholarships

Bonuses

Job summary

Ohio CAT in Broadview Heights, OH, is seeking a Benefits Administrator to manage day-to-day group benefits programs including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. You will deliver excellent service to employees and coordinate with plan vendors.

The role focuses on compliance with ACA, ERISA and COBRA, data accuracy, and benefits communications. A Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in benefits administration are required; proficiency with HRIS and Excel is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 3–5 years of benefits administration experience required.
• Must be proficient in ACA, ERISA, COBRA and Section 125.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and HRIS systems.
• CEBS/SHRM-CP/PHR certification a plus.
• Experience in a union environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to employee inquiries.
• Coordinates transfer of data with vendors and third-party administrators.
• Ensures compliance with applicable government regulations.
• Processes enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes.
• Maintains benefits database and informs payroll of benefit changes.
• Assists with future benefits designs, renewals and implementation of new programs.
• Develops communication tools to enhance understanding of the benefits package.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Excel

Benefits software

Job description

Description

FindYOUR fit at Ohio CAT (a division of Ohio Machinery Co)! Join a winning culture that strives to be the top-performing, dynamic industry leader and partner of choice for the products and solutions that help our customers build, improve, feed, power, and protect our world. Come grow your career - See what opportunities await today!

HOURS:8am-4:30pm

Summary:

The Benefits Administrator position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plan, as well as assisting with other benefit programs as needed.). The administrator is also responsible for the administration and coordination of employee benefit programs. This position provides excellent customer service to all personnel while assisting with their benefits. The administrator assists in the investigation of new benefits programs, improvement of existing programs, and monitoring of benefits administration.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Responds to employee inquiries.
• Completes research regarding employees’ benefit plans and vendors to identify those that present the best value.
• Acts as the contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
• Coordinates transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums, and plan administration.
• Evaluates and revises internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Documents and maintains administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.
• Ensures compliance with applicable government regulations.
• Ensures timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees.
• Coordinates daily benefits processing.
• Handles enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, rollovers, QDROs, QMCSOs, distributions, loans, and compliance testing.
• Maintains group benefits database and informs payroll of benefit changes.
• Gathers employee data and oversees the processing of monthly billings for various benefit programs.
• Analyzes current benefits, evaluating the use, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost, plan experience and competitive trends in benefits programs.
• Performs plan audits, surveys industry trends, completes benefits surveys, and reviews information obtained from the results,
• Assists with future benefits designs, plan renewals, and implementation of new programs.
• Develops communication tools to enhance understanding of the company's benefits package.
• Designs and distributes materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment, and summary plan descriptions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Three to five years of related benefits or employee benefit administration experience is required.
• Must be proficient in mandated benefit compliance by Federal and State regulations such as ACA, ERISA, COBRA, Section 125, etc.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft products, including Excel, HRIS database, and benefits applications.
• CEBS/SHRM-CP/PHR Certification is a plus.
• Experience in a union environment preferred.
• Ability to maintain multiple priorities and maintain compliance deadlines required.
• Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs and language.
• Ability to understand, evaluate, and make judgments on proposals (RFP’s).
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work with confidential information.

Employee Benefits:

• 401(k): Match and employer discretionary contribution.
• Health Insurance: Two options are available, including an HSA with a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $1,200 per year.
• Dental & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage options.
• Financial Access: Credit Union membership is available.
• Insurance: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Educational Opportunities: Scholarships for employees’ spouses and children through the Ohio Machinery Education and Opportunity Foundation.
• Compensation: Base pay, annual bonus potential, and company success share bonuses.

Physical Requirements:

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard, and to verbally communicate to exchange information. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and moderate to loud in other situations, with both constant and sudden loud noises possible.

EEO, Veterans & Disabled Employer, and VEVRAA/503 Federal Contractor.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.