Total Rewards Operations Analyst

Fairbanks Morse Defense•Beloit, WI

2d•Remote

About The Position

Total Rewards Operations Analyst Remote (U.S. – Central Time Zone preferred)Reports To: Benefits Manager Summary Fairbanks Morse Defense is seeking a Total Rewards Operations Analyst to support the administration of benefits, compensation, and other HR services. As part of the HR Shared Services team, this role supports key HR processes while ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of HR systems and employee data. This position works closely with HR team members and cross-functional partners to support leave administration, benefits and compensation programs, HRIS data integrity, and overall HR operational processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant HR experience will also be considered.
3–5 years of experience supporting HR operations, benefits administration, HRIS administration, or total rewards programs
Experience administering leave of absence programs (e.g., FMLA, STD, LTD, or similar absence management programs) and health & welfare programs required
HRIS experience required; Dayforce experience preferred
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
Experience working with HR data, reporting, and system transactions
Strong customer service orientation and commitment to supporting internal customers
Ability to build strong working relationships and partnerships with HR team members
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Process-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Comfortable working with HR systems, data, and operational processes.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and growing environment
Proactive in identifying opportunities to leverage technology, automation, and emerging tools such as AI to improve HR processes and service delivery

Nice To Haves

Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, CEBS, or similar credential preferred.
Experience working within an HR shared services or HR operations environment preferred
Experience supporting compensation processes (salary surveys, market pricing, job evaluation, merit cycles) preferred
Experience supporting HR operations in a manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site operating environment preferred

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day administration of leave of absence programs including FMLA, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and other company leave programs.
Coordinate with leave vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Maintain accurate leave records and provide guidance to HR team members navigating leave processes.
Maintain employee lifecycle transactions within the HRIS including new hires, status changes, and terminations.
Perform HR data audits and support workforce reporting and HR analytics.
Assist with HRIS testing, system updates, and documentation of HR processes.
Support compensation processes including merit cycles, maintenance of salary ranges and structures, and compensation changes.
Assist with salary surveys, market benchmarking, job pricing, and pay equity analysis.
Support administration of health, retirement, and voluntary benefit programs.
Assist with open enrollment, employee communications, and distribution of required notices.
Coordinate with vendors and support resolution of escalated benefit issues referred by local HR team members.
Support the HR shared services inbox and case management processes, helping ensure inquiries are routed and resolved in a timely manner.
Provide guidance to local HR team members on HR policies, benefits, and programs.
Support continuous improvement of HR operational processes and other HR projects as assigned.