Senior HR Specialist

Job Title: Senior HR Specialist (Benefits & Leaves)

Location: Acton, MA (Onsite)

Job Summary: We are seeking a Senior HR Specialist for a manufacturing company in Acton. This role is responsible for administering all employee benefits and managing the full leave program while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional employee support.

• Administer all employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and wellness initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related questions, issue resolution, and vendor communication.
• Manage the full leave administration process (FMLA, PFML, ADA, STD/LTD, workers’ compensation coordination, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and plan-level requirements related to benefits and leaves.
• Conduct new hire benefits onboarding, including UKG enrollment support.
• Maintain accurate HRIS data and benefit/leave records; generate and analyze related reports.
• Support benefits audits, plan renewals, and annual open enrollment activities.
• Assist with training program administration as needed, including maintaining training records and supporting scheduling.

This is a Direct Hire position. The position is on-site. The hours are Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM. The salary range is $70,000-$80,000 DOE.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match + annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation, Sick/Personal Time, Bereavement Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays
• On-site gym, wellness program, and enhanced EAP
• FSA available; company-paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and 529 college savings options
• Annual bonus

• At least 3 years dedicated to benefits and leave administration
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits and compliance requirements
• High comfort level with HR systems and data integrity

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field strongly preferred.
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment strongly preferred.