Benefits Specialist

One of CEI's largest Automotive Manufacturing clients is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join their growing organization!Client/Industry: Automotive Manufacturing
Job Title: Benefits Specialist
Location: Hybrid - 3 Days On-Site / 2 Days Remote | Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677
Work Schedule/Shift: Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Minimum 40 work hours per week.
Duration/Length of Assignment: 7 Month Contract to Cover Extended Leave (through December 31, 2025)
Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour *Must be able to convert to a full-time employee without sponsorship, restrictions, or an additional employer*

1. W2 Employment Only – No Corp to Corp / C2C arrangements.
2. Expected potential for contract extension(s) and/or conversion to Full-Time/Permanent Employment.
3. Optional benefits available during contract (Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k)

Position Overview:
Our client, a leading organization based in Woodcliff Lake, NJ, is seeking a Benefits Specialist to support their Benefits Team during an extended leave coverage. This role plays a key part in executing wellness and healthcare communication initiatives and assisting with overall benefits administration. The position contributes to ongoing efforts aimed at enhancing employee well-being and improving internal processes related to benefits management. The Benefits Specialist will support internal communication strategies, help organize wellness initiatives, and maintain quality and structure in benefits-related documentation and systems.
Required Skills/Experience/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of professional experience in benefits administration or HR support
• Experience with QMS (Quality Management System) processes and review
• Strong writing skills with experience drafting process documents or formal communications
• Familiarity with internal benefits and wellness communications
• Experience managing or supporting file organization, electronic file restructuring, and scanning
• Proven ability to communicate employee initiatives and wellness events

Preferred Skills (Not Required):

• Experience with health coaching or wellness program coordination
• Background in healthcare education or benefit awareness campaigns
• Prior exposure to corporate wellness events or planning initiatives

Day to Day/Responsibilities:

• Draft and format internal communications related to benefits, wellness programs, and healthcare education to ensure employees are informed of initiatives and resources
• Communicate company-sponsored wellness events and wellness initiatives through employee channels/notices
• Assist with the drafting and maintenance of process documentation, ensuring all procedures are clearly articulated and accessible
• Perform periodic QMS reviews, contributing to internal compliance efforts by validating documentation for accuracy and alignment with HR policies
• Handle ad hoc benefits requests as directed by team, providing administrative support for ongoing team activities
• Manage electronic benefits files, including scanning documents, reorganizing digital file structures, and labeling content based on team-defined standards
• Follow structured guidance from the Benefits Team to update, maintain, and restructure internal benefit documentation repositories
• Participate in team meetings and support collaboration with other HR personnel for coordination of wellness initiatives and communication strategies
• Provide logistical and administrative support to the Benefits Team on an as-needed basis to maintain smooth operations during extended staff absence