Benefits Consultant

Requisition Number: 61297

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

The global Human Resource (HR) Function provides an integrated talent management system that delivers a workforce that is Corning's competitive differentiator in the global marketplace.

HR provides service offerings that align solutions to business challenges by ensuring the programs are Effective, Efficient, Global, Scaleable, and Repeatable. Corning’s Values are operationalized by the HR Function through the facilitation of Talent Management offerings, as well as programs and processes that aid in making Corning’s Values visible.

Role Responsibilities:

• Have direct oversite of vendor partnerships and day-to-day service issues/escalations of Corning’s Health and Welfare benefits
• Serve as liaison between vendor partners and Benefits TPA to resolve member escalations
• Provide recommendations for benefit program changes based on the employee risk profile, business needs and market practice.
• Contribute towards design / revision of current programs and lead/participate in the implementation of new initiatives.
• Assess the effectiveness of the current program against the overall C&B strategy.
• Provide management information to senior stakeholders on the utilization, impact, and outcomes of C&B programs
• Have direct oversite/preparation of annual audits and required testing (i.e., 5500’s, VEBAs, non-discrimination testing, audits)
• Oversite for Corning’s data warehouse and track market intelligence/trends, conducting in-depth analysis to generate trends and recommendations.
• Work with benefit partners to develop member communications to drive awareness of benefit programs/offering.
• Maintain accurate and current SBCs and SPDs of appropriate health and welfare benefits.
• Interfaces directly with Managers, Human Resource Business Partners, Health Services, and Corporate Legal regarding problems, solutions, and clarifications of ongoing benefits administration, as necessary.
• Remain knowledgeable and current on industry trends and ACA regulatory changes.
• Maintain general knowledge pertaining to all ERISA compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with compliance specialists to review and prepare documents, policies, and administrative practices to ensure compliance with HIPAA.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing results as directed.

Education/Qualifications:

• Business degree in Business, Human Resources, or related fields.
• 5-7 years work experience (corporate or business environment)

Desired Skills:

• Proven relationship management skills - must gain cooperation and acceptance/approval in resolving problems, and/or negotiating with other stakeholders to arrive at an agreement • Strong writing and presentation skills for a variety of audiences
• Ability to synthesize a variety of data to produce a cohesive and well-documented product
• Proven knowledge of project management principles and approach
• Demonstrated ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses and to communicate these to a variety of audiences

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Nearest Major Market: Corning