Benefits and Compensation Director
Fortrex, Atlanta, GA, United States
Are you an experienced Benefits and Compensation leader with a passion for designing and managing programs that enhance the team member experience? We are seeking a Benefits and Compensation Director to join our team and take ownership of all team member benefits initiatives, leave policies and procedures, and compensation management. In this critical leadership position, you will play a role in shaping our strategy, ensuring our offerings and practices are appealing, valuable, and aligned with our commitment to team member well-being. If you are ready to make a significant impact to the team member experience, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.
WHO WE ARE
Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry. Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America. Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America. Over 50+ years of experience in creating long‑lasting partnerships. OUR MISSION
We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear. Protect What Matters:
We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers. Deliver On Our Promises : We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business. Win as a Team:
We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand‑in‑hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together. Advance a Safer Future:
We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost‑efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all. JOB DESCRIPTION
The Benefits and Compensation Director will design, implement, and oversee integrated total reward strategies that attract key talent, recognize high performance, are fiscally responsible, and support retention efforts. It will be imperative to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and lead seamless execution of all benefit and compensation projects across all business units. Strategic Planning: Drive and support a comprehensive total rewards strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals and enhances team member satisfaction and retention at all levels of the organization. Benefits Management: Oversee the administration of all team member benefits programmes, including health and wellness plans, retirement plans, life, disability insurance, leave policies, and other perks. Compensation Analysis: Oversee the compensation philosophy, manage annual merit and bonus processes, conduct regular market evaluations and benchmarking to ensure our compensation remains aligned with industry standards and is cost‑effective. Compliance: Ensure all benefits programmes comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and procedures (i.e. ADA, ADAAA, FMLA, etc.). Vendor Management: Manage relationships with benefits vendors, brokers, and consultants to optimise service delivery and negotiate favourable terms and conditions. Team Member Communication: Develop and execute effective communication strategies to educate team members about the value and details of their benefits, fostering a culture of appreciation and engagement. Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement: Utilize data to evaluate the effectiveness of benefits programmes, identify trends, and make informed recommendations for improvements ahead of the industry trends. Budget Oversight: Prepare and manage the benefits budget, ensuring financial efficiency and alignment with organisational goals. Team Leadership: Guide and mentor the Benefits and Compensation team, fostering professional development and a collaborative work environment. Other duties as assigned. WHAT WE OFFER
Basic Life Insurance Paid Holidays (Varies by Location) Employee Assistance Program ("EAP") EEO DISCLAIMER
Fortrex and Safe Foods, a division of Fortrex, are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Fortrex and Safe Foods are committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Fortrex and Safe Foods will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.
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Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry. Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America. Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America. Over 50+ years of experience in creating long‑lasting partnerships. OUR MISSION
We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear. Protect What Matters:
We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers. Deliver On Our Promises : We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business. Win as a Team:
We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand‑in‑hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together. Advance a Safer Future:
We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost‑efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all. JOB DESCRIPTION
The Benefits and Compensation Director will design, implement, and oversee integrated total reward strategies that attract key talent, recognize high performance, are fiscally responsible, and support retention efforts. It will be imperative to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and lead seamless execution of all benefit and compensation projects across all business units. Strategic Planning: Drive and support a comprehensive total rewards strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals and enhances team member satisfaction and retention at all levels of the organization. Benefits Management: Oversee the administration of all team member benefits programmes, including health and wellness plans, retirement plans, life, disability insurance, leave policies, and other perks. Compensation Analysis: Oversee the compensation philosophy, manage annual merit and bonus processes, conduct regular market evaluations and benchmarking to ensure our compensation remains aligned with industry standards and is cost‑effective. Compliance: Ensure all benefits programmes comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and procedures (i.e. ADA, ADAAA, FMLA, etc.). Vendor Management: Manage relationships with benefits vendors, brokers, and consultants to optimise service delivery and negotiate favourable terms and conditions. Team Member Communication: Develop and execute effective communication strategies to educate team members about the value and details of their benefits, fostering a culture of appreciation and engagement. Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement: Utilize data to evaluate the effectiveness of benefits programmes, identify trends, and make informed recommendations for improvements ahead of the industry trends. Budget Oversight: Prepare and manage the benefits budget, ensuring financial efficiency and alignment with organisational goals. Team Leadership: Guide and mentor the Benefits and Compensation team, fostering professional development and a collaborative work environment. Other duties as assigned. WHAT WE OFFER
Basic Life Insurance Paid Holidays (Varies by Location) Employee Assistance Program ("EAP") EEO DISCLAIMER
Fortrex and Safe Foods, a division of Fortrex, are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Fortrex and Safe Foods are committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Fortrex and Safe Foods will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.
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