Union LOA Specialist

Planet Group
Kankakee, IL

Target PR Range: 19-25/hr
*Depending on experience

Job Description:
Supports the sick leave benefit administration for all bargaining unit employees. This includes reviewing/processing all sick leave applications in accordance with company policies and state/federal regulations, ensuring correct data entry into the payroll/attendance system.
Manages short term and long term medical leave in accordance with the Union contract.
Communicates all leave to the appropriate departments. (inc. Security, Training, HR & employees dept),Manage the Kan Medical Inbox to respond to inquiries and process medical forms in a timely manner.
Participates in grievance meetings related to medical leave matters and attends arbitration hearings when an employee is terminated due to medically related absences
Maintains all records—such as medical documentation, absence forms, and doctor’s notes—in compliance with PHI and HIPAA regulations.
Supports the Wellbeing committee in Kankakee with monthly site-wide initiatives.
Assists with special projects and other tasks as assigned by the Global Benefits team, as needed

Minimum Required Qualifications:
HS Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a customer/employee facing role
Must be competent using Microsoft applications (incl Excel, Power Point, Word etc)

Preferred / Nice to Have Qualifications:
Bachelors or Associates degree in related field preferred
WorkDay knowledge a plus
Posted 2025-11-15

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