Benefits Specialist

Job Title: Benefits Specialist 
Location: Chicago, IL 
Pay Range: $85K-$95K (Based on experience & qualifications)
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) 

Role Overview: Brilliant Staffing has been engaged in the search for a Benefits Specialist. Our client in the agriculture industry is looking for a Benefits Specialist to join their team on a Direct Hire basis. They are seeking an individual that has experience with employee benefits for both union & non-union employees, HRIS systems, and open enrollment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately! 

Key Responsibilities:

• Benefit administration – manage day to day administration of employee benefits
• Heavy HRIS - HRIS will be on a new platform, so this will be a major project for them to work on
• Plan renewals
• Open enrollment – Opportunities to visit sites around open enrollment time to 4 largest sites, Idaho, Texas, Ohio and Missouri
• Compliance (Cobra, FMLA)
• Ensure all benefit plans and procedures comply with state local and federal regulations
• Manage vendor relationships and benefit programs
• Work with brokers - be a collaborative partner to negotiate plans 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• 5+ years of benefits administration and compliance experience
• 3+ years working with and administering both union and non-union benefit plans within a manufacturing setting
• Prior experience in the review and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements
• Ability to travel during open enrollment to 4 various sites
• Paylocity experience
• CEBS certification is a plus 

If you or anyone you know are qualified and interested please apply ASAP!

Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.