Benefits Administrator

Cesna-Recruitment; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cesna-Recruitment is seeking an HR Generalist for a manufacturing client in Colorado. You will manage benefits programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and support overall HR efforts to improve employee engagement and retention.

The role requires 2–4 years of benefits experience, a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, and proficiency with HRIS and Paycom. Salary ranges from 65k–75k with full benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of benefits administration and HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations.
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs.
• Coordinate enrollment, changes, and terminations with HRIS and providers.
• Conduct new hire benefit orientations and annual open enrollment.
• Reconcile benefits invoices and payroll deductions.
• Maintain benefits documentation and employee communications.
• Support onboarding/offboarding and HR compliance.

Skills

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelors degree in HR or related field

Tools

Paycom

Job description

Position

HR Generalist

About Our Client

Manufacuting

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Benefits Administrator to manage and oversee our employee benefits programs while supporting general Human Resources functions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring our benefits offerings are administered accurately, comply with regulations, and support employee engagement and retention.

Job Description

Benefits Administration (Primary Focus)

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA, wellness, retirement (401(k)/403(b)), and other voluntary benefits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits-related inquiries and issues.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations in HRIS and with benefits providers.
• Conduct new hire benefit orientations and annual open enrollment.
• Reconcile benefits invoices and ensure timely, accurate payment and payroll deductions.
• Maintain up-to-date benefits documentation, plan summaries, and employee communication materials.
• Stay informed of legislative changes impacting benefits (e.g., ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FAMLI, FMLA) and ensure company compliance.
• Work with brokers, carriers, and vendors to resolve issues and manage renewals.
• Analyze benefits data to support budgeting, cost control, and strategic planning.

General Human Resources Support

• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
• Maintain employee records and ensure accuracy in the HRIS system.
• Support employee leave administration including FMLA, FAMLI, and other leave types.
• Contribute to HR projects such as policy updates, employee engagement initiatives, and compliance audits.
• Respond to routine employee questions related to HR policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2-4 years of experience in benefits administration and general HR functions.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS systems, Paycom preferred.
• Benefits certification (CEBS, PHR, or SHRM-CP) is a plus.
• Salary 65-75k

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance