Health and Welfare Strategist

Swagelok Company•Solon, OH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Health and Wellness Strategist will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to enhance the health and wellness programs for our organization. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure the effective delivery of health and wellness benefits, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The emphasis will be on promoting overall wellness, covering financial, mental, emotional, and physical health, including retirement plans, Swagelok Health Clinic, wellness incentives, and time off policies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years experience in health and welfare benefits management or a related field.
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
Proficiency in benefits administration software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to analyze and interpret benefits data, and effectively communicate insights to stakeholders.
Strong understanding of business operations and the ability to align benefits strategies with organizational goals.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to health and welfare benefits, including ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA.
Proven experience in managing vendor relationships and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead and execute complex benefits initiatives.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively educate and engage employees about their benefits.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and make data-driven recommendations.
Working conditions associated with normal office environment.
Ability to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, copier, printer, etc.).
Ability to effectively communicate in both small and large groups and settings.
Ability to traverse between multiple locations in Ohio and Pennsylvania as needed.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Works with leadership and Sr. Health and Welfare Strategist to design and implement health and welfare benefits strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives.
Oversee the administration of retirement, Swagelok Health Clinic, EAP, virtual health and ancillary benefit programs.
Ensures assigned programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA. Act as a liaison with Finance in the preparation of federal filings and compliance reports.
Manage relationships with vendors and consultants, ensuring high-quality service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
Acts as consultant for global benefits programs for manufacturing and corporate remote employees.
Develop and execute communication plans to educate employees about their health and welfare benefits.
Maintain current knowledge of industry benefit practices via professional associations and training.
Analyze benefits data to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and make data-driven recommendations for improvements.
Support in developing and managing the budget for health and welfare benefits programs, ensuring cost control and financial sustainability.
Provide support to HR Support teams and employees regarding benefit programs, by keeping them educated on offerings.
Conduct research and analysis of benefit programs and advise management on methods for improvement.
Assists with ad hoc project work as requested