The Employee Benefits Lead serves as an expert and consultation partner to internal HR, business leaders and employees on benefit related activities and initiatives. This position is responsible for management and administration of employee benefits (health & welfare) and leave of absences (along with our LOA outsource partner), for all employees in the United States. This position will provide recommendations on benefits strategy and act as a go-to person for both new hires and long-standing employees looking to make the most out of what ALS offers. This position will be based out of our headquarters in Ripon, WI. 

 

As a Team Lead, the Senior Benefits Specialist oversees two Benefits Coordinators, fostering their development while ensuring efficient operations.

• Oversees compliance with federal, state, and local leave requirements through continuous monitoring and implementation of legal updates
  
• Leads and develops benefits team through coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Manages daily benefit operations while providing hands-on support for core functions
• Provide input on the design and implementation of changes and additions to benefit offerings.
• Lead the open enrollment processes ensuring an efficient and effective employee experience.
• Coordinates annual plan audits and census data verification
• Manages year-end compliance requirements including nondiscrimination testing and ACA reporting
• Manage, enhance, and develop the US Wellness Program including making recommendations, leading initiatives, and supporting overall program goals.
• Responsible for managing the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), ensuring it meets the needs of our workforce to support employee well-being.
• Leave of absence - manage the relationship and work in close collaboration with our leave of absence outsource provider.

Experience and Education:

• 5+ years of human resources benefits administration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment and provide excellent customer service.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Prior leadership experience preferred
• Experience with HRIS system required; SuccessFactors is a plus.
  

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a team environment with exceptional customer service skills
• Communicate effectively and professionally with various levels of the organization
• Excellent time management, organizational, and project management skills; detail oriented.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Word

 Physical Requirements:

• Position involves sitting long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending and minimal lifting 

Travel:

This position may require approximately 10% travel to include:

• Periodic trips to Manitowoc facilities for operational reviews, team meetings, and project coordination
• Potential overnight stays depending on business needs
• Mostly domestic travel with advance scheduling

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

2025-4537

Full-Time