Microchip is currently seeking a Benefits Specialist for our office located in Beverly, MA.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Conduct new hire orientation to ensure employees gain an understanding of our benefit programs
- Assist with the yearly US benefits open enrollment
- Act as a liaison between employees and benefit providers to resolve benefit related issues
- Day to day contact for all employees with benefit related questions and counsel employees on benefit plan provisions
- Oversee and administer the leave of absence process including FMLA/ADA, state specific and personal leaves
- Communicate regularly with management regarding employees requesting types of leaves or accommodations.
- Coordinates employee benefit events and assists with wellness activities
- Oversee maintenance of employee benefit files
- Report Worker’s Compensation claims to the carrier and maintain accurate and up-to-date records
- Assist with company-wide projects as needed
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field
- Strong analytic and organization skills as well as attention to detail
- Excellent customer service skills with an empathetic approach
- Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
- Must be able to manage confidential information
- Strong initiative to follow up on pending issues
- Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and verbal skills
Preferred experience:
- 1-2 years benefits or human resources experience
- Experience with Workday and/or Kronos