Benefits Analyst

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

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Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

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This position is responsible for providing support for the administration of employee health and welfare plans, retirement plans, wellbeing programs, and other ancillary programs for our global auto parts manufacturing organization. This role will assist with benefits compliance and work with our Human Resources, HR Tech, and Payroll Departments provide exceptional support to employees, ensuring a seamless benefits experience, with a focus on U.S.-based employees, including union employees.

The position is based in Northville, MI, and reports directly to the Senior Manager, Benefit Finance and Administration.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration of employee health and welfare plans (e.g., medical, dental, vision), retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)), wellbeing programs, disability and leave programs, and other ancillary benefits (e.g., life insurance)  
• Coordinate and collaborate with HR and payroll teams to ensure accurate benefits deductions and recordkeeping and manage correction of data errors resulting from weekly interface files between HRIS, payroll, and benefits TPA systems
• Respond to employee questions regarding benefits eligibility, dependent verification issues, coverage, and claims matters, providing clear and accurate information
• Support annual open enrollment processes, including preparing materials, updating systems, interacting with supporting vendors, and addressing employee inquiries
• Assist with compliance efforts concerning federal and state regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, and FMLA; maintain accurate documentation and records for audits and reporting requirements and provide support for annual audits and internal control efforts; and support the preparation of compliance-related reports, such as Form 5500 filings and nondiscrimination testing
• Respond to case management inquiries assigned by benefit vendor administrators
• Collaborate with benefits vendors and third-party administrators to resolve issues and ensure smooth plan operations, including account structure management, vendor invoice processing, tasks and issues related to FSA and HSA administration, direct bill and COBRA vendor management, and support for 401(k) funding activities and auditing
• Assist with employee engagement and communications, to include conducting educational sessions and meetings about benefits initiatives for HR Department, supporting the development of communication materials to provide education and information concerning employee benefit plans and wellbeing programs
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field.

Experience: 3 years of experience in Human Resources or an administrative role, preferred; experience in a corporate or manufacturing environment is a plus

Skills

• Basic knowledge of employee benefits programs (health, retirement, disability, leave)
• Strong organizational skills, administrative capability, analytical capabilities, and attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office, and expert in Excel and Word
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of relevant policies and regulations (ERISA, ACA, etc.)
• Preferred knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems:
• ADP
• SAP
• SuccessFactors

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities