Compensation Specialist

We are seeking a proactive detail-oriented Compensation Specialist to join our Human Resources team on-site at our Headquarters Service Center in Warren OH.

Founded in 1960 AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to every day.

In this role you will be implementing and managing compensation programs that motivate employees and align with organizational goals. Youll work closely with HR partners to ensure our pay practices are competitive compliant and transparent. The ideal candidate is passionate about data-driven decision-making has strong communication skills and enjoys navigating complex employment laws.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts market pricing and benchmarking using external compensation surveys to ensure competitive pay practices
• Assists in maintaining salary structures pay grades and compensation ranges across the organization
• Supports the administration of compensation programs including merit increases promotions and market adjustments
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws rules regulations standards policies and procedures pertaining to compensation administration
• Participates in compensation related projects such as salary structure updates pay equity analysis and compensation program improvements
• Recommends actions necessary to ensure adherence to said standards
• Handles audits/reviews regarding compensation
• Utilizes knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act as well as survey documentation to determine appropriate FLSA status
• Models financial and operation impact of compensation related plans
• Utilizes the HRIS system to accomplish company objectives

Qualifications:

• A Bachelors degree in finance Business Administration Human Resources or a related field preferred
• 2 years of experience in the field or related area preferred
• Knowledge of compensation structures job evaluation methodologies and pay practices preferred
• Proficiency with position evaluation methodology federal/state regulations regarding wage and hour laws FLSA Equal Pay Act etc. preferred
• Must have excellent mathematical and analytical skills including knowledge of statistics and a high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel
• Ability to learn and utilize programming platforms
• Assertive outgoing professional demeanor
• Serve as a role model and advocate for the company
• Conduct and maintain a professional courteous and positive image at all times
• Able to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Excellent organizational writing and communication skills
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced constantly-changing environment
• Able to work independently without direct supervision

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE