Job Description
Job Description
Benefits Specialist at MITER Brands
Compensation Range: $62,000 - $77,000 (Depending on Experience)
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Office Hours: 8:00 - 5:00
We are seeking a Benefits Specialist with hands-on experience administering employee benefit programs who can be based at either our Harrisburg, PA, or Venice, FL office. This is an onsite position.
About MITER Brands
MITER Brands is one of the nation's largest manufacturers of residential windows and doors, serving homeowners, builders, architects, and dealers throughout North America. Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, MITER Brands operates manufacturing facilities and customer service locations across the United States.
Our family of leading brands includes MI Windows and Doors, Milgard Windows & Doors, PGT Custom Windows + Doors, Anlin Windows & Doors, and Western Architectural Openings. Together, these trusted brands are committed to delivering innovative, high-quality products and exceptional customer experiences.
Driven by our purpose of enhancing life by improving homes, we foster a culture built on safety, integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a growing organization, we offer team members the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while contributing to some of the most recognized window and door brands in North America.
What You'll Do
We're seeking a Benefits Specialist with hands-on experience administering employee benefit programs, including health and welfare plans, 401(k) administration, compliance, audits, vendor management, and employee support.
The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the administration, compliance, communication, and continuous improvement of MITER Brands' employee benefit programs. This role serves as a subject matter expert for benefits administration, supporting benefit enrollments, plan compliance, vendor partnerships, retirement programs, audits, reconciliations, and employee inquiries.
The ideal candidate will have direct experience managing employee benefit programs, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, analyzing benefits data, resolving complex employee inquiries, and delivering an exceptional team member experience. This position is best suited for an experienced benefits professional with dedicated benefits administration expertise.
Responsibilities
Conduct routine and complex audits within the Human Capital Management (HCM) system to ensure accurate benefit enrollment and eligibility determinations and provide eligibility information to third-party administrators (TPAs).
Identify and perform non-routine audits through independent analysis of facts and circumstances, exercising sound judgment with minimal supervision.
Ensure systems are properly configured, tested, and validated to support a seamless open enrollment process.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by reviewing and interpreting filing requirements and obligations, including Form 5500 filings, required notices, dependent verification, and beneficiary determinations.
Research and analyze benefit trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies related to benefits administration and compliance.
Partner with benefit vendors to evaluate current programs, benchmark industry best practices, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Conduct cost-benefit analyses and recommend benefit and compliance solutions that align with organizational objectives.
Develop and distribute team member communications regarding benefit programs, enrollment processes, plan changes, rate updates, and educational resources.
Collaborate with Finance and Human Resources teams to support reporting needs, resolve issues, and provide data analysis.
Investigate and resolve routine and complex benefit inquiries related to 401(k) plans, health and welfare plans, enrollment, eligibility, life events, contribution amounts, and plan changes.
Interpret plan provisions, conduct fact-finding, and provide recommendations regarding employee benefit concerns with minimal supervision.
Administer the company's 401(k) plan, ensuring timely payroll funding and accurate processing.
Manage the preparation, processing, reconciliation, and timely payment of monthly benefit invoices and insurance premiums.
Administer tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs.
Respond to team member inquiries regarding benefits administration, policies, and procedures in a timely and professional manner.
Assist the Benefits Manager with reporting requirements, compliance activities, and special projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Associate degree and 3+ years of direct benefits administration experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience administering employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans.
Strong knowledge of employee benefits administration, enrollments, eligibility, life events, and compliance requirements.
Experience conducting audits, reconciliations, and data analysis with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Customer-focused mindset with a professional approach to employee support.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with Workday HRIS configuration, reporting, benefits administration, or module support.
Experience administering 401(k) plans and supporting health and welfare benefit programs.
Experience managing benefit vendor relationships and eligibility feeds.
Knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, ACA, Form 5500 filings, and other benefits-related compliance requirements.
Experience supporting open enrollment planning, testing, implementation, and employee education.
Experience supporting a multi-site or multi-state workforce.
Why Join MITER Brands?
At MITER Brands, you'll be part of a team dedicated to improving homes and enhancing lives. We offer a collaborative environment where innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement are valued. As a Benefits Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting the health, financial well-being, and overall experience of our team members across the organization through the administration and continuous enhancement of our benefits programs.
What We Offer
At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.
We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Health & Wellness
Three comprehensive medical plan optionsPrescription drug coverageDental insuranceVision insuranceTeladoc virtual healthcare servicesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Annual Wellness ClinicFinancial Protection
Company-paid Life InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceCompany-paid Short-Term DisabilityCompany-paid Long-Term DisabilitySupplemental Hospital Indemnity InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsuranceAdditional Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays401(k) retirement plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement ProgramLegal InsuranceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceTeam Member Discount ProgramMITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Work Authorization and Sponsorship Disclosure:
The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.
