Benefits Specialist
PPG Industries
Pittsburgh, PA · Posted September 24, 2026
No experience needed. The posting says: “0-2 years of professional experience in Human Resources or Benefits Administrations preferred”
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About the job
Are you a recent college graduate looking to start your career in Human Resources or ready to grow your career in Human Resources?
Join our team as a Benefits Specialist, where you'll deliver outstanding customer service and support to a broad range of employee and retiree groups in the main areas of health, retirement, life insurance, disability leave management and other benefits. You will work and use multiple methods of communication to resolve issues and inquiries with accuracy, sensitivity, and compassion. Reporting directly to the Benefits Service Center Team Lead, you will work from our Pittsburgh, PA headquarters.
PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k+ retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.
Main Responsibilities:
Support all benefit inquiries from participants with an important focus on delivering exceptional employee experience
Guide concerns or inquiries between employees/retirees and vendors
Support the US Benefits Service Center by documenting inquiries and resolutions within the case management system and responding to email requests
Perform multiple administrative tasks including the distribution of materials, enrollment administration, data integrity reconciliation and report processing
Handle the enrollment processes for all participants including guiding with selections and educating on any changes
Be the point of contact for the vendor team managing the incoming calls
Help maintain company compliance with ERISA, COBRA and HIPAA; and any other department projects.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business required
Experience working with computer systems such as Microsoft and Workday.
0-2 years of professional experience in Human Resources or Benefits Administrations preferred; internship experience will be accepted in lieu of full-time experience
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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
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