Benefits Manager

Benefits Manager

Who We Are

Clark-Reliance® is a world class manufacturing company, serving customers in over 120 countries in the power generation, refining, gas processing, and chemical industries. Clark-Reliance is a company that strives to maintain an environment that nurtures employees. Clark-Reliance prides itself on the development of its employees and finds way to continue to grow every year.

What is a Benefits Manager?

The Benefits Manager plays a crucial role in the organization's human resource services. The Benefits Manager will focus specifically on benefits plan development and administration for the entire organization. This role will report directly to the Vice President of Human Resources and assist in aligning the benefits programs with company strategic goals and objectives.


What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational psychology, finance or related field. Three years human resources and benefits administration experience at a senior level. Knowledge of all applicable government regulations including ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, SECTION 125, etc. Working knowledge of Human Resources principles and procedures for benefits administration , 401(k) and personnel information systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manage and direct all aspects related to group health and welfare programs, retirement plan, and wellness programs.

a. Manage daily activities of all programs: new hire orientations, enrollments, terminations, and changes.

b. Document and maintain administrative procedures for all processes.

c. Analyze plan design; research trends, utilization and costs; recommend and implement changes; develop long-range objectives.

d. Manage annual renewal processes including cost evaluation, vendor selection, employee communications and training, and open enrollment processes.

e. Oversee maintenance of HRIS system regarding employee benefits elections, beneficiaries, dependents, employee medical file and updating of carrier records; provide technical support for employees; and troubleshoot system problems.

f. Provide customer service (information, investigation, issue resolution, counseling and training) to employees.

g. Employee communications: design, update and distribute materials to enhance understanding of the company's benefit package, create and conduct presentations using audiovisual tools including power point and videos.

h. Reconcile vendor invoices to payroll deductions, research and correct errors, and submit to Accounts Payable for payment.

i. Oversee Wellness Committee.

j. Member of the Retirement Investment Committee.

2. Serve as primary contact for insurance broker, plan vendors, and third party administrators.

a. Negotiate with vendors/administrators for services and renewals.

b. Oversee and confirm transfer of data for services, premiums, plan administration.

3. Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations including ERISA, DOL, HIPPA, W&H, ACA, Medicare (CMS), COBRA, QMSCOs, FMLA, QDROs.


a. Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources and benefits functions.


b. Ensure accurate and timely compliance filing requirements of all benefits and wellness programs.


c. Administers process and procedures for leave of absences (FMLA, STD, LTD).

d. Annually review Plan Documents, Summary Plan Descriptions, Summary of Material Modifications, Summary of Benefits and Coverages; complete edits; and distribute as required per ERISA guidelines.


e. Gather census data for Non-Discrimination Testing for 401(k) Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, and Cafeteria Plan. e. Oversee annual 401(k) Plan audit.

f. Oversee annual 401(k) Plan audit.


g. Provide Form 5500 information and data for 401(k) and health plans.


4. Train and instruct work items to members of HR Team when appropriate.

5. Interface with legal counsel and HR consultants as needed.

6. Use appropriate computer programs to create and maintain business forms, reports, spreadsheets and databases.

7. Interact and communicate with all levels of employees within the Company, as well as suppliers, customers and peers effectively.

8. Comply with policies, procedures, standards and rules of the Company.

9. Maintain quality assurance policy consistent with ISO standards.

10. Maintain work area in a clean, orderly and safe manner.

11. Punctual, regular and consistent attendance.

12. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational psychology, finance or related field. • Three years benefits administration experience at a senior level. •
  Working knowledge of Human Resources principles and procedures for benefits administration, 401(k) and personnel information systems. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with all levels of employees and management. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies. • Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's benefits, health & welfare, retirement, and employee leave practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors. • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet multiple deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. • Successful passing of a credit report. • Able to read, write, and follow verbal instructions in Standard English.

Physical and Technical Environment

• Minimal lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally. • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend and stoop in a normal office environment. • Ability to routinely travel throughout multi-floor office and shop area, walking, climbing stairs, utilizing elevator. • Some travel required, exposure to varying environments and cultures at the job site, changing deadlines, strict time constraints. • Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer.

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development Opportunities
• Training Opportunities
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Vacation
• Sport Leagues
• Sporting Event Ticket Giveaways

About Clark-Reliance Clark-Reliance is a world class manufacturing company, serving customers in over 120 countries in the power generation, refining, gas processing, and chemical industries. The company is dedicated to supplying the largest and broadest product line in the instrumentation industry for all types of measurement and control. Key acquisitions over the last few decades have solidified Clark-Reliance as a leader in the separation and filtration industries as well.


Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the job. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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