Benefits Specialist

To become the world’s greatest baker, we need the world’s greatest team members

Overview

The Benefits Specialist, under general supervision, is responsible for performing benefit related duties on a professional level and works closely with benefit carriers and brokers.  The Specialist will provide informational support to Team Members and assist in resolving benefit issues and processing. Ensure that benefit coverage, programs, and communications are aligned with the business objectives and goals. The specialist is responsible for the following functional areas: benefits administration, problem resolution, tool development, performing routine audits and communication.

What FGF Offers

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, unleashing your potential  
• Competitive Compensation, Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental and flexible options at competitive premiums  
• 401k matching program 
• Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc. 
• Tuition reimbursement 

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with benefits broker and carriers {Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability, 401(k), EAP, Wellness, etc.}.
• Review weekly deduction files to confirm accuracy and communicate adjustments to payroll team.
• Review, process, and respond to medical support notices.
• Work with disability carrier to submit employer statements in a timely manner and provide weekly status reports to site locations.
• Coordinate benefit deductions.
• Process life claims as needed.
• Review weekly 401(k) deductions, clear errors, and fund timely. Participate in annual 401(k) audit and NDT.
• Assist with annual benefits open enrollment: review communications, provide toolkits, assist T&D and team members with enrollment, and provide reports as needed.
• Submit monthly headcount for EAP.
• Identify issues through routine benefit audits and take corrective action.
• Provide benefits onboarding for remote corporate team members, as needed.
• Provide benefits reporting as requested.
• Participate in team meetings and attend other meetings as required.
• Provides support with reconciling benefits invoicing and resolve discrepancies with carriers and
• Complete benefit inquiries.
• Provides support with benefits administration, changes in coverage, COBRA compliance and subsidy setup, termination of benefits, and communicating benefit information to team
• Assists with special projects as necessary.
• Assist team member in registration and use of mobile applications on their devices for apps utilized for benefits.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Treats all Team Member and company related information in a confidential
• Follows attendance Observes department call-in procedures. Exhibits timely arrival and departure and dependable time habits including meal and other breaks.
• Maintains a positive attitude and gets along well with
• Exhibits teamwork and willingness to help
• Maintains company values and standards that are based on respect for the dignity of all individuals.
• Follows dress code and maintains a professional
• Can be relied upon to complete assigned
• Complies with established Departmental and Organizational policies and
• Works within a team environment to meet/exceed established

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 years working in a benefits/HR function or related experience required.
• Experience with Workday, Success Factor and ADP a
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks with strong attention to
• Prioritization skills in order to determine which tasks need to be handled
• Excellent communication Must be able to speak, write, read and interpret documents in English. The ability to do the same in Spanish is a plus.
• Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, as well as other PC programs that may be required by the function/area. Expertise with Microsoft Office in order to compile data for analysis which may include charts, graphs, or Type 55 WPM with a high degree of accuracy.

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF? 

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! FGF is a leading North American bakery company with facilities across the USA and Canada with a specialized focus across all key bakery categories, including naan, muffins, croissants, donuts, cakes, artisan breads and flatbreads.  

As an innovative company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages all our Team Members to use their own creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.  

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