Benefits Specialist

TSMC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Income-protection programs

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time-off & holidays

Job summary

TSMC seeks a Benefits Specialist to manage employee benefits programs at our Arizona operation. You will be the main contact for inquiries, coordinate annual open enrollment, and ensure accurate processing of elections and changes within HRIS and vendor systems.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in HR or related field, strong Excel skills, and experience with ADP and benefits systems. This onsite role offers competitive benefits and a fast-paced startup culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Experience with ADP and benefits administration systems is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and MS Office proficiency are required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for all benefit inquiries and resolve issues across medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, COBRA, PTO, and holidays.
• Coordinate and execute annual benefit open enrollment phases including communications and data validation.
• Analyze and reconcile monthly benefit invoices and resolve discrepancies with vendors.
• Lead weekly benefits presentations during New Employee Orientation and answer questions from new hires.
• Ensure accurate processing of new hire benefit elections, life events, and terminations within HRIS and vendor systems.
• Draft and promote benefits communications and maintain internal resources (intranet, FAQs, guides).

Skills

Excel

Office Suite

Vendor portals

HRIS

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin

Tools

ADP

HRIS

Job description

Job Title: Benefits Specialist

A career at TSMC Arizona offers an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to the most advanced semiconductor fabrication facility in the United States. TSMC Arizona's first fab is set to begin production with leading-edge N4 process technology in the first half of 2025. The second fab, utilizing N3 and N2 process technology, will be operational in 2028. A recently announced third fab will manufacture chips using 2nm or even more advanced process technology, with production starting by the end of the decade. America's leading technology companies will rely on TSMC Arizona for the next generations of chips that will power the digital future.

As a Benefits Specialist, you will demonstrate a strong sense of reliability and enthusiasm and will possess an attitude that embodies our core values – I ntegrity, C ommitment, I nnovation and C ustomer Trust.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for all benefit inquiries, independently managing and resolving issues related to medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, disability, FSA, voluntary benefits, EAP and wellness, COBRA, paid-time-off (PTO), and Holidays.
• Coordinate and execute specific phases of the annual benefit open enrollment, including communication development, event logistics, and post-enrollment data validation.
• Analyze and reconcile monthly benefit plan invoices, investigating and resolving any discrepancies to ensure accurate and timely payments to vendors.
• Lead weekly benefits presentations during New Employee Orientation, effectively communicating plan details and answering new hire questions.
• Ensure the accurate and compliant processing of all new hire benefit elections, life event changes, and employee terminations within HRIS and vendor systems.
• Manage benefits communication efforts by drafting and promoting all benefits programs, including updating internal resources such as intranet pages, FAQs, and benefits guides.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Technical Skills:
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables) for tracking, reporting, and analysis.
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Ability to quickly learn and efficiently use various online vendor portals and benefits administration systems.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup culture – comfort with ambiguity and continuous problem solving.
  • Works cooperatively and positively with fellow team members and vendors.
  • Demonstrates initiative, critical thinking, and the ability to manage own time, coupled with the ability to shift tasks as priorities change.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills to effectively communicate benefit information at all levels.
  • Maintains confidentiality and exercises good judgment with sensitive information.
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience with ADP.
  • Previous internship or administrative experience in a Human Resources or Benefits department.
  • Basic understanding of common employee benefits terminology and relevant regulations (e.g., ERISA, COBRA, ACA).

Physical Requirements

• Primarily an office-based role requiring the ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer.
• Ability to use a computer, keyboard mouse and other standard office equipment for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, reach, bend, and carry light objects.
• May require occasional travel to company sites or other meetings that involve walking through office, industrial or construction environments.

Shift Expectations

• Standard work hours: Monday through Friday 9am to 6pm (onsite)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans: Choose the options that best fit your and your family’s needs.
• Income-Protection Programs: Financial assistance during injury or illness.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Secure your financial future with competitive employer contributions.
• Paid Time-Off Programs and Holidays: Recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

Work Location

5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If you need an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [e-mail].

TSMC Arizona maintains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of TSMC Arizona’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, educational background and a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.