Benefits Specialist

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

Our Corporate Office in Redwood Falls, MN is now accepting applications for the brand-new position of Benefits Specialist! FUI offers competitive hourly wages along with a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, health, dental, and vision insurance, a competitive 401K match, a paid life insurance policy, a paid birthday holiday, and much more!

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Willing to consider alternative or flexible schedule.

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Benefits Administration & Reconciliation        Leave of Absence Tracking                FUI Program Administration

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Communicate and provide guidance to employees regarding leave entitlements, procedures, and required documentation

Process leave of absence approvals and rejections in accordance with company policies and federal/state leave laws

Track various types of leave including, but not limited to, continuous, intermittent, paid, and unpaid

Coordinate with managers to develop modified work schedules and/or return-to-work accommodations

Provide appropriate documentation to vendors regarding life, pension, and disability claims

Respond to unemployment/reemployment inquiries, contest eligibility when necessary, and store said documents

Act as a centralized resource for employees with benefit questions

Communicate with various vendors or brokers to respond to general employee benefit inquiries

Provide or direct employees to information and resources to improve understanding and utilization of the total benefit package

Conduct appropriate research and resolve employee concerns regarding benefits

Explain benefit programs and other payroll/HR-related matters in new employee orientation

Assist with new hire benefit enrollment, when requested

Process payroll transactions for benefit deductions

Prepare payment for group plan invoices and process monthly billings

Audit and verify accuracy and eligibility of all employee benefit change requests

Travel to FUI’s divisions for one-day trips as needed during open enrollment

Process open enrollment benefit plan transfers

Annually issue individual summary of benefits to employees

Process and track all COBRA events

Oversee the processing of tuition reimbursement, wellness day, and volunteer day programs

Review, create, and distribute ACA and 1095 forms

Monitor and document compliance with OSHA, DOT, food safety, and company policy trainings

Assist in overseeing the renewal of employee certificates and/or licenses

Request random drug screen selections, maintain results, and notify and assist HR Director with EAP referrals, when needed

Upkeep employee benefit files and other records, as needed

Support general Human Resources functions, as requested

Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or accounting, preferred; or comparable education and/or experience

Three years of experience in a payroll and/or benefits role, preferred

Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred

Knowledge of relevant employment (payroll/benefits) legislation

Experience with management of an HRIS and payroll processing system; Paycom experience, a plus

High level of proficiency, accuracy, discretion, and confidentiality

Experience in a high-volume, multi-location environment, preferred

Advanced written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism 

Strong sense of initiative and independent problem-solving with the ability to manage time and deadlines with little supervision

Ability to attain and/or maintain a standard driver’s license

Physical Requirements

Perform desk work, sitting or standing up to 100% of the workday

Repetitively use wrist, hand, and/or fingers