Total Rewards Manager at Ajulia Executive Search – McHenry, Illinois

• Location: McHenry, Illinois
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #26161

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 insurance, dental insurance, 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 companys 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:

• Bachelors 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/non-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

Ask for: Brenna

Job Id: 26161

Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements.

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