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SkyWater Technology · 10 hours ago

Benefits Manager

Bloomington, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$108K/yr - $163K/yr

5+ years exp

SkyWater Technology is seeking a Benefits Manager to oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and operational accuracy. The role involves managing daily operations of various benefits, collaborating with HRIS and payroll, and ensuring a positive employee experience through effective benefits administration.

AerospaceManufacturingService Industry

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Shirley Simmons

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations of health, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HSA, and retirement plans

Serve as primary contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, claims resolution, and enrollment support

Oversee annual open enrollment, including system setup, employee communications, and vendor coordination

Manage vendor relationships for all benefit plans

Collaborate with HRIS and IT teams to maintain accurate benefits data and troubleshoot system issues

Lead testing and implementation of benefits-related system upgrades or integrations

Partner with vendors to ensure data feeds and file transfers are timely and accurate

Partner with payroll to ensure benefit deductions are accurate and timely

Reconcile benefit invoices and coordinate adjustments with finance as needed

Monitor and resolve discrepancies between HRIS and payroll systems

Prepare and analyze benefits reports for audits, budgeting, and compliance

Manage 5500 filings, nondiscrimination testing, and other regulatory requirements

Maintain documentation and SOPs for benefits processes

Own leave of absence administration across all sites and manage state specific disability or leave regulations

Partner with employees, leaders, and vendor on leave of absences

Qualification

Benefits administrationHRIS platformsPayroll processesSystem testingProcess improvementData mappingWorkflow documentationEmployee experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in benefits administration, preferably in a mid-to-large organization

Familiarity with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG) and benefits integrations

Strong understanding of payroll processes and benefits compliance

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Experience with system testing, data mapping, or workflow documentation

Ability to translate technical system issues into user-friendly solutions

Commitment to employee experience and continuous process improvement

Ability to travel in the US for open enrollment

U.S. Person Required: SkyWater Technology Foundry, Inc. subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All accepted applications must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee