Benefits Generalist - Fincantieri Marine Group : Job Details

Fincantieri Marine Group has an opening for a Benefits Generalist in the HR Department at our Green Bay, WI location.

Fincantieri Marine Group is a main subsidiary of Fincantieri, a global organization with 20 shipyards across the world, a workforce of twenty thousand people and a mission to be world leaders in all segments that demand the very best in marine solutions. We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value and dependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs.

Life at FMG

Fincantieri Marine Group has career opportunities at our three Wisconsin-based shipyards located at Marinette, Sturgeon Bay, and Green Bay, and our headquarters in Washington, D.C. We offer competitive wages, exceptional benefits with excellent premiums, and ample opportunities for advancement. And our large backlog provides the opportunity for long-term job security.

We are convinced that real change comes from the people who advocate it: people who are committed, dedicated and passionate about what they do to help create the Company's future, the future of the sea, and their own future. We welcome those who thrive in a fast paced environment and aspire to develop, grow, and leave their mark on our shipbuilding history dating back more than 230 years.

Position Summary

The Benefits Generalist is responsible for assisting with benefit activities of the Company including the administration of programs, agreements and contract interpretation and coordination of contracts for distribution. This position will also advise and assist employees of the Company in the interpretation and application of benefit and wellness policies and programs. Domestic travel may be required.

Essential Skills and Functions

• Assist in the interpretation and application of benefit policies and programs, answering routine inquiries from inside and outside the company on benefit related issues
• Assist in the development of sound benefit policies and procedures
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of written and verbal information to inform employees of benefits and or any other policies
• Contribute to keeping ADP-HWSE current; including any changes in plan design, cost structure or contracted benefit implications
• Coordinate changes as needed in the ADP systems (Enterprise & HWSE), including position management
• Participate in benefit and 401(k) audit tasks to ensure compliance with internal controls and the exchange of information between HRIS, Benefits and Payroll
• Participate in completion of annual 5500's ensuring compliance with DOL and ERISA guidelines
• Participate in development, distribution and updating of Company Benefits for new hires
• Prepares reports, presentations, business communications, data summaries, and other documents of both a recurring and non-recurring nature
• Communicate with all management/supervisor levels, union personnel, contractors, and on-site customer personnel
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• All employees are required to adhere to ISO and OHSAS policies established by FMG and shall have high values for safety awareness
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of study or any equivalent combination of skills and experience
• 2+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Exposure to and/or familiarity with ADP payroll systems, government rules, regulations, and reporting processes, medical, dental, life insurance, short and long-term disability programs, vacation, sick leave, and employee assistance programs, understanding and compliance of certain laws that pertain to the benefits offered, experience in Family Medical Leave Act and Medicare legislation, COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) Vesting, and HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), ACA (Affordable Care Act), GINA (Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act) and 401(k) rules, Benefit Policy and Procedure, Regulatory rules, Employment Law and multiple HR disciplines

Competencies

Fincantieri utilizes basic universal competencies for all employees that are consistent with our strategy, culture and values. Our competencies are intended to provide basic behavioral expectations for all roles and include the following:

• Open Mindset: Identify and analyze potential problems to implement effective solutions, adopting alternative perspectives and methods to improve processes, activities and tasks, embrace change and proactively seek development opportunities to acquire new skills
• Strategic Leadership: Lead toward shared and common goals while promoting a culture of trust, cohesion, follow through, and support, engaging with others and leveraging their peculiarities to successfully create value for the entire organization and promote development
• Accomplishment: Own projects and activities to achieve or exceed objectives, focus on priorities, time and budget constraints, resources and quality, embrace internal and external customer needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction
• Social Connection: Work interdependent and enhance collaboration between different teams, actively listen, communicate and share knowledge, embrace diversity and take value from all differences while promoting a culture of acceptance and inclusiveness

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands to handle materials or equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee's workspace is in a clean and comfortable climate-controlled setting with little to no exposure to the moving equipment, elements, extreme conditions, or risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. When entering the shipyard, areas of the work environment may not be climate-controlled and there is exposure to moving equipment, etc.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities of the particular position. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Fincantieri Marine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of study or any equivalent combination of skills and experience
• 2+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Exposure to and/or familiarity with ADP payroll systems, government rules, regulations, and reporting processes, medical, dental, life insurance, short and long-term disability programs, vacation, sick leave, and employee assistance programs, understanding and compliance of certain laws that pertain to the benefits offered, experience in Family Medical Leave Act and Medicare legislation, COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) Vesting, and HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), ACA (Affordable Care Act), GINA (Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act) and 401(k) rules, Benefit Policy and Procedure, Regulatory rules, Employment Law and multiple HR disciplines

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