Sr. HR Specialist - Benefits & LOA Administration

Our client is seeking a Senior HR Specialist to join their growing manufacturing team. This role is critical in ensuring our employees receive exceptional support through accurate administration of benefits and leave programs. You'll be the go-to expert for benefits questions, compliance, and vendor coordination, while also contributing to training and HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and wellness initiatives.
• Serve as the primary contact for benefits-related inquiries, issue resolution, and vendor communication.
• Manage the full leave administration process (FMLA, PFML, ADA, STD/LTD, workers compensation coordination, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and plan-level requirements related to benefits and leaves.
• Conduct new hire benefits onboarding, including UKG enrollment support.
• Maintain accurate HRIS data and benefit/leave records; generate and analyze reports.
• Support benefits audits, plan renewals, and annual open enrollment activities.
• Assist with training program administration, including maintaining training records and scheduling.

Position Details

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Location: On-site in Acton, MA
• Employment Type: Full-time

Requirements (Must Haves)

• Must have a BS degree in HR or related field
• Must have 3 years of benefits administration while working in HR
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits and compliance requirements
• High comfort level with HR systems and data integrity

Preferred (Nice to have)

• UKG experience a plus.
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment strongly preferred.
  

Great Compensation and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match + annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation, Sick/Personal Time, Bereavement Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays
• On-site gym, wellness program, and enhanced EAP
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and 529 college savings options
• Annual bonus

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting employees and strengthening HR operations in a collaborative, people-first environment. You'll enjoy stability, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being.

Ready to take the next step in your HR career? Apply today and help us build a workplace where employees thrive.