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Prinova USA · 1 day ago

Total Rewards Manager

Itasca, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$110K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

Prinova USA is a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions, recognized for their commitment to excellence and bold innovation. The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for compensation, benefits, HRIS, and oversees payroll and leave administration, designing and managing a total rewards program aligned with the company's business goals.

Food and BeverageHealth CareManufacturingNutritionProduct Design

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Mark Gabriel - SHRM-CP, MSc

Responsibilities

Oversee the professional development of a benefits specialist

Responsible for the administration of self-funded health insurance plans, wellness, retirement, and other employee benefit programs

Evaluate and recommend benefit offerings based on employee needs, market trends, and cost-effectiveness

Serve as the primary contact for benefit vendors and brokers

Manage annual open enrollment and communicate benefit options to employees

Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and other applicable regulations

Resolve escalated employee inquiries regarding benefits and involve broker or providers as needed

Design, implement, and maintain competitive compensation programs aligned with organizational goals

Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure pay structures remain competitive

Manage annual salary review processes, including merit increases and adjustments, and bonus payouts

Develop and maintain job evaluation systems and pay grades

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws

Provide guidance to managers on compensation-related decisions

Design and implement employee recognition programs that reinforce company values and culture

Monitor program effectiveness and employee engagement metrics

Oversee the professional development of an HRIS/Payroll specialist

Enforce payroll compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements

Coordinate with Finance for payroll funding and reporting

Supervise year-end processes, including W-2 and other tax filings

Oversee payroll efficiency and process improvement

Maintain and optimize HRIS systems to support HR and Total Rewards functions

Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all HR platforms

Generate reports and analytics to support decision-making and compliance

Collaborate with IT and vendors on system upgrades and troubleshooting

Assist in training HR staff and managers on HRIS functionality

Recommend workflows and automation to improve efficiency

Oversee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, and other statutory or company-specific leaves

Communicate leave policies and procedures to employees and managers

Analyze monthly reports for patterns, non-adherence, and other necessary callouts

Coordinate with payroll and benefits teams to ensure accurate leave-related payments and benefit continuation

Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for audits

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws

Will supervise up to 2 direct reports

Perform other Duties as Assigned

Qualification

Benefits managementCompensation strategyHRIS proficiencyData analysisProject managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsLeadership skillsTime managementProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; (Master's degree or CCP certification preferred)

5+ years of progressive experience in benefits, compensation, HRIS, payroll, and leave administration, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Strong knowledge and experience in managing self-funded health insurance plans

Strong knowledge of benefits and compensation regulations and best practices

Proven track record of developing and implementing successful total rewards and benefit strategies and programs

Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis tools

Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and other stakeholders

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong supervisory and leadership skills

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Ability to function well in a high-paced environment

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) as well as HRIS systems such as Paylocity, ADP, Workday, Ceridian, etc

Preferred

Master's degree or CCP certification

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employer paid STD and LTD

HSA and FSA

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

PTO

Employer paid Basic Life Insurance

401(k) & Roth with employer match

Eight Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays

Voluntary - Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident

Personal growth, including training and development opportunities

Company

Prinova USA

Prinova has been providing high-quality ingredients, flavors and value-added solutions to help you successfully navigate the marketplace for 45+ years as a reliable partner you can trust.

Founded in 1978

Hanover Park, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees