Total Rewards Specialist Norwood, MA
Home Market Foods, Inc., Norwood, Massachusetts, us, 02062
Pay Range: $75,000/yr. – $100,000/yr. based on experience and qualifications
The Total Rewards Specialist plays a key role in supporting a manufacturing workforce by designing, administering, and improving compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain skilled talent in a high-performance, operation-driven environment. This role partners closely with HR, business leaders Finance, and external vendors to ensure rewards programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with business goals.
Please note, this is a hybrid position (3 days a week onsite) based in our Norwood, MA manufacturing facility.
Key Responsibilities
Compensation Administer hourly and salaried compensation programs, including job architecture, pay grades, incentive plans, and shift differentials. Conduct wage surveys, market pricing, and benchmarking for all positions across the organization, including skilled trades, production, engineering, leadership, and corporate roles. Support annual merit cycles, bonus programs, and plant incentive plans. Partner with HR and operations leaders on job evaluations, job leveling, and pay actions. Assist with wage and equity analysis across multiple sites or shifts. Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, union contracts (as applicable), and internal pay policies. Prepare compensation dashboards and reports for leadership and operations review. Benefits Administration Administer health, welfare, retirement, and leave programs for both hourly and salaried populations. Support open enrollment and ongoing employee education for benefits programs. Serve as the primary contact to employees and leadership for benefits questions, issue resolution, and escalations. Partner with benefits brokers and vendors to manage annual renewals, enrollment processes, and system updates. Maintain compliance with ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ACA, AAP and applicable state and federal regulations. Total Rewards Strategy & Operations Support the design and execution of plant-level reward strategies to improve retention and engagement. Develop clear communications explaining pay practices, benefits, and incentive programs to frontline employees. Support audits, data integrity, and reporting across systems (HRIS, payroll, benefits platforms). Recommend process improvements to enhance systems and processes accuracy, efficiency, and employee experience. Participate in labor cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting for manufacturing operations. Collaborate with the EHS team to manage Workers’ Compensation claims, reporting, and compliance activities. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in Compensation, Benefits, or Total Rewards, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings. Strong understanding of wage structures, hourly compensation models, and manufacturing incentives. Experience supporting multi-shift or multi-site operations. Proficient with HRIS, workforce analytics tools, and Excel. Excellent communication skills with ability to effectively engage frontline employees and leadership. Strong ability to cultivate a collaborative team environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those required to perform this job's essential functions. This position is primarily sedentary and requires the ability to sit for extended periods, work at a computer, and communicate effectively via phone, video conferencing, and email. Occasional travel to company locations. Must comply with all applicable workplace safety standards and regulations while working on-site or visiting company facilities. Ability to work remotely as assigned, including maintaining reliable high-speed internet access, a secure and productive home workspace, and availability during core business hours. Must be able to effectively use collaboration and communication tools (e.g., email, video conferencing platforms, HRIS) to remain connected and responsive while working remotely. Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage. Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance. Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Free Gym Access. Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement. Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents. Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees. Receive a Generous 401k Company Match. Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off. Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage. Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition. Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program. Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities. Celebrate Together with Employee Appreciation BBQs, Happy Hours, Birthdays, & More! Opportunity Calls!
Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don’t hesitate, apply! Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential. At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement
Home Market Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. Eligibility & Sponsorship
Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN Apply for this job indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Country * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Education School Select... Degree Select... Select... Select... Start date year End date month Select... End date year What are your salary requirements? * Can you furnish proof of your eligibility to work in the United States? * Will you now or in the future require Home Market Foods to sponsor your immigration in order to employ you? * Have you previously been employed with Home Market Foods as a contractor, temp, or full time employee? * LinkedIn Profile
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Compensation Administer hourly and salaried compensation programs, including job architecture, pay grades, incentive plans, and shift differentials. Conduct wage surveys, market pricing, and benchmarking for all positions across the organization, including skilled trades, production, engineering, leadership, and corporate roles. Support annual merit cycles, bonus programs, and plant incentive plans. Partner with HR and operations leaders on job evaluations, job leveling, and pay actions. Assist with wage and equity analysis across multiple sites or shifts. Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, union contracts (as applicable), and internal pay policies. Prepare compensation dashboards and reports for leadership and operations review. Benefits Administration Administer health, welfare, retirement, and leave programs for both hourly and salaried populations. Support open enrollment and ongoing employee education for benefits programs. Serve as the primary contact to employees and leadership for benefits questions, issue resolution, and escalations. Partner with benefits brokers and vendors to manage annual renewals, enrollment processes, and system updates. Maintain compliance with ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ACA, AAP and applicable state and federal regulations. Total Rewards Strategy & Operations Support the design and execution of plant-level reward strategies to improve retention and engagement. Develop clear communications explaining pay practices, benefits, and incentive programs to frontline employees. Support audits, data integrity, and reporting across systems (HRIS, payroll, benefits platforms). Recommend process improvements to enhance systems and processes accuracy, efficiency, and employee experience. Participate in labor cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting for manufacturing operations. Collaborate with the EHS team to manage Workers’ Compensation claims, reporting, and compliance activities. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in Compensation, Benefits, or Total Rewards, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings. Strong understanding of wage structures, hourly compensation models, and manufacturing incentives. Experience supporting multi-shift or multi-site operations. Proficient with HRIS, workforce analytics tools, and Excel. Excellent communication skills with ability to effectively engage frontline employees and leadership. Strong ability to cultivate a collaborative team environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those required to perform this job's essential functions. This position is primarily sedentary and requires the ability to sit for extended periods, work at a computer, and communicate effectively via phone, video conferencing, and email. Occasional travel to company locations. Must comply with all applicable workplace safety standards and regulations while working on-site or visiting company facilities. Ability to work remotely as assigned, including maintaining reliable high-speed internet access, a secure and productive home workspace, and availability during core business hours. Must be able to effectively use collaboration and communication tools (e.g., email, video conferencing platforms, HRIS) to remain connected and responsive while working remotely. Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage. Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance. Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Free Gym Access. Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement. Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents. Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees. Receive a Generous 401k Company Match. Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off. Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage. Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition. Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program. Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities. Celebrate Together with Employee Appreciation BBQs, Happy Hours, Birthdays, & More! Opportunity Calls!
Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don’t hesitate, apply! Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential. At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement
Home Market Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. Eligibility & Sponsorship
Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN Apply for this job indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Country * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Education School Select... Degree Select... Select... Select... Start date year End date month Select... End date year What are your salary requirements? * Can you furnish proof of your eligibility to work in the United States? * Will you now or in the future require Home Market Foods to sponsor your immigration in order to employ you? * Have you previously been employed with Home Market Foods as a contractor, temp, or full time employee? * LinkedIn Profile
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