Benefits Specialist

Headquarters - WI 2800 South Taylor Drive Sheboygan, WI 53081, USA Acuity is hiring a Benefits Specialist to help oversee and administer Acuity’s employee benefit programs in compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA and applicable Federal and/or State employment laws, and to perform other duties as requested. This is a hybrid position. In this role, you will report to the Manager - Total Rewards (interim reporting to General Manager - HR). You will: Support employees with benefit inquiries and elevate issues to leadership or subject matter experts as appropriate. Help plan, organize, administer, and maintain employee benefit programs, including group health, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending, and retirement plans. Administer leave programs in accordance with regulations and Acuity's benefit offerings. Assist with new employee orientation and ongoing education surrounding Acuity benefit programs. Coordinate with vendors and third‑party administrators to resolve benefit‑related issues. Develop and distribute benefit‑related communications to employees, including open enrollment materials, plan summaries and mandated disclosures. Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, such as ERISA and FMLA. You have: 2+ years of experience in benefits administration or a related field. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. Knowledge of benefit plan design, implementation, and administration. Familiarity with benefits‑related laws and regulations. Proficiency in HR software. Acuity does not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization. This position is classified as exempt. For this role, Acuity offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous 401(k) contribution, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, and more. A full description of benefits and eligibility will be provided to candidates during the hiring process. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Acuity will include at least one in‑person interview during the hiring process for all positions. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations to apply or during the interview process, including for in‑person interviews, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io. Acuity is dedicated to offering reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process for qualified individuals. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr