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Total Rewards Manager

Ajulia Executive Search · Mchenry, IL, USA ·

Pay:
$90,000-$115,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

Are you looking to make a career change with a well-established manufacturing organization? This exciting opportunity as a Total Rewards Manager offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid PTO, 401(k), and more. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Total Rewards Manager opportunity could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the company’s total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, and employee rewards programs

Design and implement competitive compensation programs for hourly, salaried, and executive-level employees

Develop and improve incentive plans, bonus structures, and pay strategies to support attraction and retention goals

Conduct market benchmarking and compensation analysis to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness

Manage annual merit increase cycles, salary structures, variable pay programs, and total rewards statements

Oversee administration of health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement, and wellness programs

Lead annual open enrollment and benefits communication efforts for employees

Manage workers’ compensation claims, return-to-work programs, and workplace accommodations

Ensure compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ACA, OSHA, and other employment regulations

Maintain and optimize HRIS benefits administration systems, carrier feeds, and compliance modules

Partner with Finance, Payroll, Operations, and leadership to align total rewards programs with business goals

Analyze compensation and benefits data to drive recommendations and continuous improvement

Support employee communication and education around compensation, benefits, and rewards programs

Maintain strong relationships across departments to support employee engagement and retention initiatives

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required

Must have held a Total Rewards title/designation previously

8+ years of Human Resources or People Operations experience with strong focus on compensation and benefits

Deep experience designing and implementing multiple compensation programs, including hourly
on-exempt, salaried, and executive compensation

Strong subject matter expertise in compensation strategy, salary structures, incentive plans, and market benchmarking

Experience managing employee benefits programs and benefits administration

Knowledge of workers’ compensation, claims management, and return-to-work processes

Experience with HRIS systems and benefits administration modules

Strong understanding of ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, FMLA, OSHA, and related regulations

Must be willing to work onsite full-time

Preferred Experience

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)

Certified Workers Compensation Professional (CWCP)

Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments

Experience supporting hourly workforce compensation structures

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401(K)

401(K) matching

AD&D insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Salary: $90K-$115K

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