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Benefits Coordinator

York, United States

Meiji America is a renowned leader in the food manufacturing industry, dedicated to producing high-quality products that meet the needs of our customers. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Benefits Coordinator to join our Human Resources team in York, PA. The Benefits Coordinator will be instrumental in supporting our employees and ensuring the efficient administration of our benefits programs.

The Benefits Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and managing a variety of employee benefit programs, maintaining the benefits database, and ensuring timely and accurate billing. This individual will ensure that all benefits-related procedures are compliant with company policies and legal requirements. Additionally, the Benefits Coordinator will serve as a primary point of contact for employees seeking assistance with their benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, worker’s compensation, 401(k), and education reimbursement.
Conduct benefit orientations and manage insurance enrollments for new hires and eligible employees.
Coordinate and process benefits-related activities for new employees.
Oversee and manage FMLA and Leave of Absence programs for employees in both the York, PA and Santa Ana, CA locations.
Administer COBRA benefits and ensure compliance with related regulations.
Enter, update, and maintain benefits data within the HRIS system and the payroll platform.
Verify and reconcile monthly premium statements for all group insurance policies, maintaining comprehensive statistical records on premiums, claims, and costs.
Resolve administrative issues with insurance carriers promptly and effectively.
Maintain accurate records of 401(k) plan history, related correspondence, reports, and forms.
Conduct periodic surveys on employee benefits to assess satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and government reporting requirements concerning employee benefits.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven experience in benefits coordination or a related HR role, preferably within a manufacturing or similar industry.
High School Diploma or equivalent; additional certification in Office Management is a plus.
In-depth knowledge of employee benefit programs such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), FMLA, COBRA, and disability.
Knowledge of California benefits laws is a plus.
Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Solid understanding of labor laws and benefit-related compliance requirements.

Why Meiji America (Stauffer's)?:

Competitive salary (pay range between $60,000 to $70,000 per year, DOE)
Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Vacation, sick time and paid holidays
- Life insurance and Short Term Disability
- 40l(k) with an annual company match
A collaborative and dynamic work environment where your contributions make a difference.
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a stable and well-established company.

About Us:
The Meiji Group was founded in Japan in 1916. For nearly a century, it has provided a broad range of products including confectionery, dairy, baby food, infant formula, sports nutrition, health and beauty items, as well as pharmaceuticals.
Meiji America Inc., founded in 2011, as the United States division distributes Meiji branded confections as well as Stauffer’s branded cookies and crackers in the US market.
Meiji manufactures and distributes a variety of unique confectionery and snack products including HELLO PANDA™, YAN YAN™ and CHOCOROOMS®.
Stauffer’s is best recognized for its original animal crackers, but the company also produces a variety of crackers and cookies in two bakeries within the United States. Stauffer’s roots are in York, Pennsylvania where the first animal crackers were produced in 1871.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Meiji America / D.F. Stauffer’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/VET

Meiji America is a Food manufacturer dedicated to safely manufacture high-quality bakery and confectionery products for our customers, consumers and partners - unlocking growth for our people, communities and shareholders. Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes the values of being a Community Partner, focusing on Absolute Safety, Intentional Inclusion and Innovative Improvements and doing so with an Owners Mindset so that we can all Win Together.

Salary: $60,000 to $70,000 per year

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