Benefits Specialist (Hybrid)

This is a Hybrid position that includes working 3-days per week in our Owatonna facility and remote 2-days. Ideal candidates will live within a 50-mile radius of our Owatonna facility. Additional considerations may be afforded to candidates that reside outside of a 50-mile radius from our Owatonna facility.

Wenger Corporation is a privately-held, international market leader of high-quality music education, performing arts and athletic products. At Wenger Corporation we blend the very best of big and small companies together to provide the ideal size for your ideal career. The company provides a competitive compensation and benefits package, wellness programs, the opportunity for development and advancement -- and we wrap it all up in a family-owned, small-company culture where your voice is heard, your name is known, and your impact is felt. Wenger Corporation amplifies the spirit of open and honest communication that breeds trust and respect for one another. Our supportive environment built on collaboration creates a sense of community that says we approach every challenge in the same way we celebrate our success: Together!!!

Wenger Corporation is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join our team. The Benefits Specialist will be responsible for contributing to Wenger Corporation's Team Member health and well-being programs by establishing and maintaining competitive benefit offerings that promote retention and attract top talent.

At minimum you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree in HR or a related field
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• High level of interpersonal and discretionary skills to provide excellent customer care and maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated experience with HRIS
• Ability to work independently, as a team, and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Commitment to on-going professional development in support of career pathway, continuous process improvement, and department and company objectives.

It would be great if you also have:

• PHR / SPHR, SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP certification

As a Benefits Specialist, a typical day might include:

• Administers to benefit enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Audits enrollment and processes weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual benefit invoices
• Maintains and accurately updates employee records in HRIS and payroll files as necessary.
• Delivers New Hire Benefit Orientation
• Supports annual Benefit Open Enrollment and other related benefit events including vendor coordination, Team Member communication and system updates
• Partner with payroll to ensure accurate deductions and timely updates for benefits related changes
• Supports payroll, operations and administrative services as needed
• Responds to benefit-related questions and concerns
• Coordinates the COBRA process with our third-party administrator
• Coordinates all Medical and Personal Leaves of Absence in conjunction with our third-party administrator and Team Members
• Coordinates state Workforce Certificate programs and partner with internal departments to complete job and monthly reporting
• Coordinate compliance reporting including 5500s, ACA, AAP, and EERISA
• Proactively communicates with Team Members to understand leave programs and coordination of benefits
• Oversees and administers to the Corporate Wellness Program
• Proactively researches state sick and leave laws to ensure compliance
• Provides front desk / switchboard surge support
• Adheres to all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices.

Benefit offerings include:

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts - HSA, FSA, DCFSA
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires innovation today!

Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.