Occupational Health & Wellness Specialist

Position Snapshot
Business area: Nestle Canada Inc
Job title: Occupational Health & Wellness Specialist
Location: 72 Sterling Rd, Toronto, ON M6R 2B6
In-Person

A little bit about us

While Nestlé is known for KitKat, Gerber, Nescafe, and Häagen-Dazs, our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people. We strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,000+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward. Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.

Position Summary

As Occupational Health & Wellness Specialist you will be responsible for implementing and administering a comprehensive Health & Wellness Strategy for the Sterling Road factory.

A day in the life of an Occupational Health & Wellness Specialist

• Implement and administer a comprehensive occupational Health & Wellness Strategy and program for the Sterling Road factory.
• Achieve key Health & Wellness objectives, including the implementation of the Market Health Strategy.
• Lead and coordinate ergonomics assessment, audiometric testing, respirator fit testing, and other industrial hygiene programs.
• Coordinate modified work and rehabilitation programs.
• Participate in job evaluations and assist in completing physical demands assessments when required.
• Administer first aid and investigate work-related incidents.
• Attend daily operational review meetings on the production floor, promoting safety objectives and fostering positive relationships to gain commitment from all employees.
• Manage Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) Case Management, health-related absences, and the early return to work program.
• Provide support to the Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) team in various administrative tasks.

Role requirement

• Post-secondary education in a Health & Wellness related field, preferably in Occupational Health & safety
• Exhibit strong organizational skills, interpersonal abilities, and effective problem-solving capabilities.
• Capacity to work efficiently with minimal supervision, while thriving in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office application
• Flexible to work on different shifts as required.

Preferred Skills

• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Training and experience in Occupational Health, preferably in a factory and unionized setting
• Working knowledge of pertinent legislation (i.e. Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Human Rights, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Canada Labour Code)

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment
• Company matched pension plan
• Three weeks of Vacation and five (Personal Paid Holidays)
• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
• Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• Bonus eligibility
• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories
• Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)
• Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships

What you need to know
We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.