Benefits Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Benefits Administrator to support employee benefits operations for a manufacturing organization in Columbus, Ohio. This position focuses on maintaining accurate benefits records, assisting with enrollments and changes, and helping employees navigate benefit-related processes. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable handling sensitive information with a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities:
• Administer day-to-day benefits activities, including enrollments, status updates, and record maintenance across benefit programs.
• Coordinate benefits communication with employees and answer questions related to coverage, eligibility, and plan options.
• Manage COBRA-related tasks, ensuring timely notifications, documentation, and ongoing compliance support.
• Assist with leave of absence administration by tracking requests, maintaining documentation, and communicating next steps to employees and managers.
• Review benefits data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and prepare routine reports for internal stakeholders.
• Support compensation and benefits processes by maintaining organized records and assisting with program administration.
• Work with external vendors and internal teams to address issues, confirm changes, and ensure smooth benefits operations.• Experience supporting employee benefit programs in an administrative or coordinator capacity.
• Working knowledge of benefits coordination, enrollment processes, and benefits recordkeeping.
• Familiarity with COBRA administration and related documentation requirements.
• Experience assisting with leave of absence processes and maintaining confidential employee information.
• Understanding of compensation and benefits practices within a business environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency with standard office systems and reporting tools used for administrative support.