Benefits Manager [Hybrid] |
The Shyft Group (TSG) |
Novi, MI
Regular Employee | Salary Exempt
Who we are
At The Shyft Group, we are driven to deliver, and as the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis brings people, goods, and services where they need to be.
We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster, Blue Arc EV Solutions, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, and every ride.
Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.
With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
What you'll do
As the Benefits Manager (Hybrid) based at our headquarters in Novi, MI, you will enjoy planning, designing, implementing, communicating, and overseeing compliance for The Shyft Group's health, welfare, and retirement plans.
You will also spearhead the design and administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, wellness, 401k, and voluntary benefit plans. In addition, you will also be accountable for overseeing all and communication initiatives for our health, welfare, and retirement plans.
You will also:
- Examine plan costs and market trends and recommend cost-effective and competitive benefit
- Design employee benefit programs with a focus on attracting and retaining great employees
- Manage relationships with brokers, plan vendors, and 3rd party administrators
- Obtain the best value for the company and highest service levels for employees.
- Oversee the day-to-day administration of benefits, including vendor billing, new hire enrollment, qualified life events, employee questions, and claims issues
- Manage the 401(k) plan, including the annual audit, Form 5500s, and nondiscrimination testing,
- Identify and troubleshoot data inconsistencies, employee communication, and education
- Make recommendations regarding plan design and improved administration processes
- Oversee the annual open enrollment process including developing the timeline and communication strategy
- Configure the HRIS OE module with new plan details and rates
- Coordinate with vendors and TPAs and effectively implement employee elections
- Manage the design, administration, and communication of the employee wellness program
- Oversee the administration of the employee leave of absence policies and processes
- Manage the communication and administration of the Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot data issues, improve administrative processes, and provide budget and trend data
- Manage the configuration of benefit plans, Leave of Absence and ACA modules in UKG
- Ensure benefit enrollments, carrier connections, and plan profiles are accurately maintained in UKG
- Troubleshoot data transmission errors between our HRIS and vendor systems
- Ensure timely and accurate ACA reporting compliance, 5500 filings, IRS and DOL filings, audit responses, and all other benefit related compliance obligations
Expand your knowledge of The Shyft Group and our brands by exploring the Learn More section below.
What you need to be successful
- Bachelor's
degree in Human Resources or a related discipline - Eight or
more (8+) years of benefits administration experience - Management
experience (Preferred) - Expertise in utilizing HRIS and benefit administration systems
- A history of collaborating effectively with other departments
- Robust problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to create and deliver effective presentations and communication
materials - Process-oriented, highly organized, and commitment to excellence
- Sound judgment with the ability to make timely decisions and handle sensitive
matters - A reputation for effectively prioritizing and managing multiple competing
priorities and deadlines - Functional knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, ACA and other
compliance-related laws and regulations
Learn More
The content below is exclusively available on our careers site job description: https://theshyftgroup.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/649?c=theshyftgroup
The Shyft Group
Employee Testimonials
Our Story
Sustainability
YouTube
LinkedIn
Join Our Talent Community
Our Brands
Utilimaster
Blue Arc
Royal Truck Body
DuraMag
Magnum
Strobes-R-Us
Spartan RV Chassis
Red Diamond
Builtmore
Why The Shyft Group?
We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.
Stay Healthy:
Medical and Rx Plan Health Savings Account Dental and Vision Plan Healthcare Flexible Spending Wellness Plan |
Financial Security:
401 (k) Retirement Savings Short and Long Term Disability Company Provided Life and Dependent Life Insurance Voluntary Term Life Insurance |
Work/Life Balance:
Educational Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Dependent Care FSA |
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.
The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer
Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.