Our Human Resources Department is focused on ALDI’s most valuable asset: our people. With teams including Administration, Employee Communications, Payroll & Benefits, Human Resource Information Systems, Legal, Risk & Security, Recruitment and Training & Development, HR makes sure that ALDI continues to employ talented and motivated people that are focused on preserving the supportive culture we're known for.

Join our dynamic team! As a Benefits Associate II, you’ll play a pivotal role in enhancing employee satisfaction and well-being. In this position, you will manage leave of absence requests, accommodations, and various benefits administrative functions. This role will collaborate with various HR teams, divisional benefits assistants and vendor partners. You can take part in ensuring that our employees receive the support they need to thrive both personally and professionally. If you are passionate about supporting employees and have a keen eye for detail, we invite you to apply and be part of a team that has direct impact on employees' lives.

Position Type: Full-Time
Starting Wage: $32.75 per hour
Wage Increases: Year 2 - $34.50 | Year 3 - $36.00 | Year 4 - $37.50
Work Location: Aurora, IL
This role is eligible to participate in ALDI’s Hybrid Work Program, which allows remote work up to 3 days per week (i.e., work remotely up to 3 days per week; work in-office at least 2 days per week).

Duties and Responsibilities:
Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Process leaves of absence including but not limited to short-term and long-term disability claims, as well as administers FMLA and paid leave programs and maintains benefit documents.
• Acts a department resource for divisional benefits contacts as well as National Services staff and management when questions arise.
• Performs general office support and administrative assistance as required.
• Recommends process improvements for area of responsibility.
• Interacts with various parties and vendors involved in the administration of ALDI’s benefits programs.
• Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to direct leader.
• Complies with ALDI privacy and security requirements and policies if job responsibilities include possible access to confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job-specific Competencies:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Consistently demonstrates the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role.
• Gives attention to detail and follows instruction.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task efficiently.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. 
• Establishes goals and works toward achievement. 
• Effective time management; maximizes productivity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Proficient in typing, data entry and reporting. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to identify and use IT solutions to increase project efficiencies. 
• Ability to identify, research and document technical issues. 
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field required.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. 

Physical Requirements:

• Work may be performed in an office, remote office, or a combination of both where a computer and office equipment may be used as needed to perform duties.
• Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from one area to another.
• Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse.
• Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to 25 lbs. 

Travel:

• Minimal travel required as needed for job related duties such as training, project work and administrative tasks.

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PerkSpot National Discount Program

In addition, eligible employees are offered:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays
• Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay
• Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance

ALDI is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon ALDI's receipt of an acceptable and job-related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.