Compensation & Benefits Analyst

LOCATION: Mount Vernon, OH, USA

About Us

Ariel is the largest manufacturer of separable reciprocating gas compressors world-wide. Our compressors are utilized by the global energy industry to extract, process, transport, store, and distribute natural gas from the wellhead to the end-user. Since 1966, Ariel has shipped more than 70,000 compressors to our customers around the world. As a world-class manufacturer, Ariel sets the industry standard through expert design and manufacturing, industry-leading research and development, and unmatched customer support. Ariel’s culture and values are the cornerstone of the way we do business. We hire extraordinary people and invest in their growth, giving our employees the opportunity to build a career in an industry that is powering the world’s energy infrastructure. Our culture of continuous learning in a team-based environment not only enables employee development, but also encourages it.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Compensation & Benefits Analyst to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for benchmarking compensation for all roles across the organization, supporting pay-related processes, and helping build data-driven strategies for employee benefits—especially our self-funded health plan. Your work will ensure our compensation and benefits programs are equitable, competitive, and aligned with business & financial goals. Also, you’ll lead or assist with data and reporting for other department needs such as workforce metrics, standard reporting, and ad-hoc reporting and analysis.

You’ll manage a wide range of responsibilities—from administering pay increases and analyzing benefits utilization trends, to building, running, and analyzing workforce metrics. Your insights and reporting will help guide key decisions and shape a total rewards strategy that supports our employees and controls costs. The role also has input into the continuous improvement of processes within these areas. If you enjoy turning data into impact and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance, or related field of study required
• 3+ years of experience in compensation and/or benefits analysis; prior HR experience in other areas preferred
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools
• Familiarity with compensation survey platforms (e.g., Mercer, PayScale, Comp analyst) and benefits data tools
• Experience with HRIS platforms - SAP preferred
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations related to compensation and benefits
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across departments
• Demonstrated ability in simplifying complex organizational problems and creating varied solutions to solve them
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Strong demonstrated focus on customer service delivery and timely turnaround required

Benefits 

As a team member at Ariel Corporation, you'll enjoy:

• Quarterly cash profit-sharing bonuses
• 401K with 100% company match (up to 6%) AND annual company-paid profit-sharing retirement contribution
• Excellent comprehensive benefit plan - medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life/disability/long-term care plan
• On-site wellness clinic at our corporate location for employees and their dependents enrolled in the comprehensive benefit plan
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time-off program
• Tuition reimbursement and student debt relief programs
• Company provided tools
• Yearly boot allowance
• Relocation assistance for eligible positions