Compensation and Benefits Administrator

Roskam Foods; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Roskam Foods, a Grand Rapids area contract manufacturer, seeks a Compensation & Benefits Manager to oversee pay programs, benefits, and HRIS data across facilities. You’ll drive merit cycles, market analyses, and compliance with ACA/ERISA while collaborating with Talent Acquisition on offers.

The role requires 5–7 years in compensation/benefits, a Bachelor’s in HR or business, and strong Excel and communication skills. Healthcare, 401(k) and tuition programs are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience administering compensation and benefits programs.
• Experience managing benefit enrollments, qualifying events, and open enrollment.
• Strong knowledge of ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA requirements.
• Experience using and updating HRIS systems, preferably Workday.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and reporting functions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred.
• Professional certification: CCP, CEBS, PHR/SPHR, etc…. preferred
• Experience in manufacturing and union environments with multiple locations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Final approver for all job and compensation changes including promotions, transfers, demotions, market adjustments, and annual pay increases. Ensuring accuracy of the change and that all required approvals are obtained prior to approval.
• Maintain compensation records, pay grades and ranges, and employee job data within the HRIS.
• Prepare compensation reports and provide data to HR and business leaders.
• Support annual merit planning and incentive payment administration.
• Complete salary survey participation and compilation of market data.
• Conduct compensation analyses related to internal equity, pay compression, turnover trends, and market competitiveness.
• Generate and present compensation insights and recommendations to HR leadership.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on offer strategy and market-based pay recommendations.
• Support annual compensation benchmarking, market pricing studies, and salary survey analysis to ensure external competitiveness.
• Assist in grading out new position requests.

Skills

Excel skills

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

Tools

Workday

Job description

Position Description And Purpose

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.

Position Description And Purpose

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.

Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.

Note: This position requires that the candidate be bilingual in English and Spanish

Compensation

Key Essential Functions/Duties:

• Final approver for all job and compensation changes including promotions, transfers, demotions, market adjustments, and annual pay increases. Ensuring accuracy of the change and that all required approvals are obtained prior to approval.
• Maintain compensation records, pay grades and ranges, and employee job data within the HRIS.
• Prepare compensation reports and provide data to HR and business leaders.
• Support annual merit planning and incentive payment administration.
• Complete salary survey participation and compilation of market data.
• Conduct compensation analyses related to internal equity, pay compression, turnover trends, and market competitiveness.
• Generate and present compensation insights and recommendations to HR leadership.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on offer strategy and market-based pay recommendations.
• Support annual compensation benchmarking, market pricing studies, and salary survey analysis to ensure external competitiveness.
• Assist in grading out new position requests.

Benefits

• Administer benefit plan eligibility and enrollment processes.
• Monitor benefit utilization and trends and identify opportunities for cost containment and employee engagement.
• Reconcile benefit invoices and assist with vendor audits as needed.
• Create employee benefit communications.
• Partner with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators to resolve complex benefit issues and ensure effective service delivery.
• Administer the quarterly 401K eligibility for the union population.
• Lead open enrollment administration, including system testing, employee communications, education sessions, and vendor coordination.
• Assist in evaluating new benefit offerings and annual renewal recommendations.
• Review and process qualifying life event requests.
• Verify dependent eligibility documentation.
• Conduct benefit orientation for new hires within new hire orientation.
• Administer COBRA processes.
• Process evidence of insurability (EOI) requests and follow-up.
• Manage the employee service award program, including monthly birthday and anniversary cards.
• Assist the Roskam Wellness Clinic in any events in the plan (flu shots, PHA, etc.).

Compliance and Administration

• Maintain compliance with ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, and applicable state regulations.
• Support annual audits and compliance reporting requirements.
• Maintain benefit plan documents and employee notices.
• Administer all I-9 reverifications and employment documentation audits.
• Process National Medical Support Orders and other regulatory notifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience administering compensation and benefits programs.
• Experience managing benefit enrollments, qualifying events, and open enrollment.
• Strong knowledge of ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA requirements.
• Experience using and updating HRIS systems, preferably Workday.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and reporting functions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred.
• Professional certification: CCP, CEBS, PHR/SPHR, etc…. preferred
• Experience in manufacturing and union environments with multiple locations preferred.

Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer.

We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer—from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer.