Benefits and Leave Administrator

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System, LLC•West Point, GA

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Benefits & Leave Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, corporate insurance coverage, and leave of absence processes. This role ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and company policies while delivering accurate, timely, and employee-focused support. The position serves as a key liaison between employees, management, insurance companies, brokers, and third-party administrators.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience in benefits and/or leave administration
Strong working knowledge and understanding of employment law, including FMLA, ADA, USERRA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, ERISA
High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Strong communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive employee situations
Ability to work in a fast-paced, structured environment and meet deadlines
Must be proficient using MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Must be able to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a multi-state environment preferred
Human Resources experience in Manufacturing is helpful but not required.
Experience with ADP and SAP (preferred)

Responsibilities

Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries and issue resolution
Coordinate and manage open enrollment processes, including system updates and employee communications
Ensure accurate benefit deductions, enrollments, and eligibility tracking in HRIS (e.g., ADP Workforce Now)
Maintain compliance with ERISA, ACA, and COBRA regulations
Assist with audits, reporting (e.g., 1095-C), and plan documentation (SPD updates)
Administer and manage corporate insurance programs and claims, including general liability, worker’s compensation, and other business insurance policies
Coordinate and analyze policy renewals, coverage options and support cost-containment strategies
Administer all leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, personal leave, and state-specific leave laws
Partner with third-party leave administrators; ensure proper coordination and documentation
Provide guidance to employees on leave processes, eligibility, and responsibilities
Track and monitor leave usage, return-to-work dates, and required certifications
Engage in the ADA interactive process in coordination with HR leadership
Collaborate with HR team and department management to determine and implement reasonable accommodation.
Ensure accurate, compliant, and timely documentation practices
Ensure adherence to federal and state regulations, company policies, and internal controls
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with HIPAA requirements
Support internal and external audits related to benefits and leave programs
Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and compliance
Provide clear, professional, and compliant communication to employees regarding benefits and leave
Conduct benefits orientations, training, communication as needed or assigned
Develop employee-facing materials, guides, and FAQs
Escalate complex issues to HR leadership as appropriate
Process and reconcile all benefits and insurance-related invoices in a timely and accurate manner
Partner with payroll and finance to ensure proper deductions, vendor payments, and general ledger alignment
Monitor and track benefits and insurance expenses against budget
Assist in annual budget planning