HR & Benefits Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking an experienced HR & Benefits Specialist for our Manufacturing client located in the Nashville, TN area. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting benefits administration, compliance, vendor management, open enrollment, and employee communications.

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• Location: Nashville, TN (On-Site)
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
• Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000
• Type: Direct Hire

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, enrollments, life events, and status changes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries.
• Manage relationships with benefits vendors and brokers.
• Oversee leave administration processes, including FMLA and LOA coordination.
• Lead annual Open Enrollment activities for over 1000+ U.S. employees
• Support 401(k) administration, audits, compliance, and reporting
• Develop employee-facing benefits communications, newsletters, and educational materials to keep employees informed of programs, updates, and enrollment opportunities.
• Partner closely with HR, Payroll, and external vendors to ensure accurate administration, compliance, and issue resolution.
• Lead and expand employee wellness initiatives by partnering with vendors and community resources. xhyhwjd
• Coordinate programs such as financial wellness education, health screenings, and wellness events.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of benefits administration or HR operations experience
• Experience with employee benefits programs, wellness initiatives, leave administration, and vendor management
• Strong HRIS experience (ADP, Workday, Dayforce, or similar)
• Knowledge of benefits compliance, including COBRA, FMLA, and 401(k) administration
• Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities

Benefits Offered

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO & paid holidays