<p>We are looking for an experienced Benefits Specialist to join our team in San Leandro, California. In this contract position, you will play a vital role in supporting employee benefits, managing leave administration, and ensuring smooth operations for benefit-related tasks. If you have a strong background in benefits coordination and enjoy providing exceptional service to employees, this role offers a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Address daily employee inquiries related to benefits, providing accurate information and ensuring timely resolution.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks, including updating employee records, processing benefit changes, and generating reports such as 401(k) enrollment summaries.</p><p>• Manage administrative functions, such as maintaining leave of absence spreadsheets, reconciling healthcare invoices, and supporting accurate billing processes.</p><p>• Oversee leave of absence cases with up to 20 active files, ensuring deadlines are met, documentation is complete, and communication is clear.</p><p>• Administer benefits programs, including handling invoicing, mail management, and providing support for 401(k) plan processes.</p><p>• Act as a primary resource for employee-facing benefits questions, directing inquiries to appropriate team members or external partners.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with internal teams, such as the Benefits Coordinator, Total Rewards Manager, and external brokers, to ensure seamless operations.</p><p>• Provide operational support by maintaining organized workflows, prioritizing communication, and adapting to changing needs.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in all benefits-related activities.</p><p>• Deliver high-quality administrative services aligned with the organization’s culture of flexibility and professionalism.</p>