Company DescriptionSalit Steel is an integrated network of companies that deliver steel solutions in North America.
Now in our fifth generation, we have been family-owned and operated since 1905.Our team is passionate about building strong relationships with our customers, suppliers and industry
partners by delivering outstanding service and value.We have operations in Ontario, Quebec, Western Canada and the US. Through our steel service centres
and rebar fabrication division, we offer a wide range of steel solutions.We offer complementary products including assembled rebar, stainless steel rebar and mechanical tube.Job DescriptionPOSITION FUNCTION:As a key part of our Human Resources team, the Benefits and Leave Management Specialist at Salit Steel plays a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating the leave management program for our Ontario locations. This entails close collaboration with employees, insurance carriers, WSIB, and supervisors to ensure smooth communication and processing of required documentation during employee absences and return to work. . Additionally, this role involves proactive management of our benefits and group RRSP plan specifically tailored for Ontario employees.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Leave Management:Key point of contact for employees and supervisors regarding extended leaves from the organization Track and record all absences; proactively follow up employees to ensure submission of appropriate documentation to support absence and facilitate return to workPrepare all discipline paperwork for attendance related issues and support management team with communicationMaintain and update records to Dayforce to ensure accurate reporting of all absence and accurate payroll processing Support employees in completing necessary paperwork for WSIB, STD or LTD absencesReviewing all incident reports and ensuring timely submission of all WSIB paperwork on behalf of the employerWork closely with supervisors to document and facilitate timely return to work for all leaves (short and long term)Support preparation of modified work offers taking into consideration restrictions and limitations Prepare all documentation to support lost time appeals and proactively manage cases with WSIBSubmit paperwork for SEIF relief where possibleProactively communicate with payroll to update employee records and ensure ROE’s are issued; update Dayforce with return to work dates to ensure accurate payroll processingPrepare monthly metrics on leaves of absence, lost time and financial impact to the organization Provide support and training to supervisors on WSIB and leave management processPrepare quarterly metrics on Leave status and review with management team
Benefits and RRSP Administration:Responsible for all benefits and RRSP administration including on and off boarding of employees Assist with configuration of direct remittance process within Ceridian for our benefits and financial plans Ensure all new employees are enrolled in the benefits and RRSP according to plan guidelines and CBA requirements. Distribute benefits cards to employees on a timely basis Develop and implement and streamline RRSP enrollment process with our financial plannerParticipate in weekly orientation sessions with all new employees to review health and wellness plans and support enrollment processTrack eligibility requirements and meet with staff to review plans and finalize enrollment process Actively participate in benefits renewal meetings to review data and discuss changes or concernsCoordinate open enrollment on a bi-annual basis Analyze monthly benefits reconciliations to identify issues and make recommendations to address spending imbalancesPrepare and reconcile monthly benefits spending reports by locationSupport annual handbook discussion with claims spending history analysis
Wellness and Recognition:Research and recommend a recognition platform to manage service awards and other recognition opportunities across the organization Coordinate and schedule annual scholarship program Lead Social Committee for Ontario based locationsQualificationsQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Degree or diploma in Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources combined with a minimum of 7 years of leave management administration experience.Comprehensive knowledge of WSIB processes including filing appeals and SEIF relief applications demonstrated through a minimum of 7 years of working experience managing claimsPrevious experience as benefits plan administrator for a large group health and/or retirement planDemonstrated ability to multitask with exceptional attention to detail Strong analytical and numerical fluencyAbility to maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive information Excellent problem solving skills with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, investigate and make recommendations to resolve issues Experience with Ceridian Dayforce considered an asset Proficient in MS Office and Google suite of products Self starter with the ability to work independentlyStrong communication skills including the ability to mediate complex issues
