Pacific Seafood - Clackamas, OR
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Clackamas, OR
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
About the position
The Workers' Compensation Claims Specialist at Pacific Seafood is responsible for managing and implementing the company's workers' compensation insurance programs. This role involves developing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations, and minimizing risks associated with workplace injuries. The specialist will work closely with the Benefits and Compensation leadership team to provide expertise in claims management and support the organization's goals of maintaining a safe working environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, facilitate, and evaluate workers' compensation claims management programs.
- Facilitate all required data collection, documentation, maintenance, reporting, and training for claim programs.
- Track and analyze workers' compensation claim details to ensure accuracy, compliance, and validity.
- Coordinate rebate programs and maximize opportunities to reduce claims and insurance costs.
- Manage quarterly claims reviews and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual claim reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
- Assist the Benefits & Comp Manager in serving as senior management's workers' compensation subject matter expert.
- Provide direction for claims management policies, programs, and processes.
- Stay up to date on developments in law, regulation, policy, practice, and technology to ensure that the company remains on the cutting edge of best, most effective, and most efficient claims practices.
- Maintain all documents, logs, and permits in accordance with internal and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain regular communication with Divisional HR team members and leaders regarding claims management.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or other relevant fields.
- A minimum of 3 years' experience managing workers' compensation claims.
- A minimum of 3 years' experience working with insurance vendors and regulatory agencies.
- Foundational understanding of risk management best practices as well as applicable policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Strong computer skills in MS Office, with proven ability to write routine reports and correspondences.
Nice-to-haves
- Prior experience working in a food processing or manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with and leading cross-site and multi-functional teams.
Benefits
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Vision insurance
