Benefits Coordinator

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Health and Wellness Manager
• Travel Requirement:None
• Location:Bakersfield CA
• FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
• Shift:1^st Shift 8am-5pm
• Employment Category:Full Time Regular
• Pay Range:$21-$23/hr

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands Bolthouse Farms Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice smoothies and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.

Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the Worlds Largest Beverage Start-Up.

Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield CA Rancho Cucamonga CA & Chicago IL.

You can connect with our brands on their socials - Bolthouse Farms (LinkedIn Instagram and TikTok ) and Evolution Fresh (LinkedIn Instagram and TikTok).

WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Benefits Coordinator is responsible for administering leave of absence and disability programs for all employees. The successful candidate will advise employees on leave eligibility benefit programs and claim procedures. This role will work closely with internal stakeholders (Management Legal HR Business Partners Payroll etc.) and external stakeholders (disability carrier) in accordance with local state and federal laws

JOB DUTIES:

• Serve as a resource to employees and managers on all aspects of FMLA leave personal leave STD/LTD and military leave
• Provide accurate and timely consultation to employees prior to their leave of absence regarding leave policies appropriate leave protections use of paid time off and short-term disability benefits

• Coordinates the employees return to work among all parties on a need-to-know basis
• Identifies calculates and communicates to LOA employees the benefit premiums that are due upon their return
• Host benefit presentations/educational sessions and assist employees with benefit concerns
• Provide exceptional customer service during the full leave cycle to ensure a positive and informed experience
• Proactively and continuously identify implement process improvements. Detailed documentation of the process
• Maintain current knowledge on leave guidelines under applicable federal and state laws
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years of human resource experience with leaves experience preferred
• Valid Driver License
• Bilingual English/ Spanish

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide consultation in matters of high sensitivity and confidentiality

• Positive professional determined calm and focused when faced with challenging situations
• Ability to follow strict policy guidelines and make independent decisions using knowledge of policies

• Organized and capable of meeting all deadlines
• High degree of profressional ethics and sense of fairness
• Must be a people person professional and approachable
• Outstanding leadership communication and organizational skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree

• Three years of Human Resources experience supporting benefits
• Experience with UKG and ADP

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• May be required to sit or stand for an extended period of time during work period

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity religion sex age national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity and expression or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as need to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: for additional support and guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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