At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. 

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. 
 

POSITION OVERIVEW:

This position is responsible for developing, promoting, implementing, and managing all policies and programs necessary to fully comply with the Nestlé Safety Health Environmental (SHE) strategy and program objectives, along with compliance with regulations. Leads and directs factory safety and environmental certifications. Ensures a safe working environment.

PRIMARILY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages plant safety and environmental processes, providing guidance and leadership to ensure compliance to Federal OSHA, State OHSAS and local standards and internal Nestlé standards. 
• Develops and updates all required written standards, policies and procedures.
• Ensures implementation and training of above to insure compliance in all applicable standards.
• Coordinates all on-site industrial hygiene and other safety surveys including, but not limited to noise, and air monitoring, ergonomic surveys and other audits/assessments.
• Coordinates safety program audits to assess the effectiveness of safety programs and their implementation throughout the facility.
• Leads facility safety auditing preparative response for Nestlé Continuous Excellence, TPM, and other key Nestle initiatives.
• Develops and coordinates all safety training for Nestlé Eau Claire facility and contractors to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, local regulations and internal Nestlé standards.  Ensures that safety training materials and programs are available to all departments to be utilized in completing their specific departmental safety training.
• Coordinates safety investigations with department team members to include hazard assessments, recommendations for improvements and communication of resolution to all affected employees.
• Resources for new equipment/line layout and design.
• Assist other Health Science Division locations upon request.
• Develops, trains, and coordinates activities of the Emergency Response Team
• Responsible for the administration of workers’ compensation program, to minimize claims cost, reduce lost time and direct return to work program.
• Coordinates all treatment with physicians and insurance carrier.
• Researches and administers all cases regarding modified duty, ADA, FMLA, and litigation.
• Coordinates investigations of injuries, near misses and property damage incidents.  Ensure follow-up is done to minimize future exposure and proper records/documentation are maintained.
• Follow factory safety & environmental objectives & targets
• Follow the plant safety rules; report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately
• Maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety & Environmental Management System(s) on all related procedures and programs.
• Understand the environmental aspects of the position and take action to reduce these environmental impacts by conserving paper, electricity, water etc. Will also recycle all appropriate materials (paper, plastic, food, etc.)
• Follow factory food safety, quality objectives & targets
• Follow Nestle Good Manufacturing Practices; report food safety and quality issues immediately.
• Maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to Nestle Quality Management System on all related procedures and programs.
• Understand the food safety and quality aspects of the position as indicated on QMS, OJT's and SOP's that apply.

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Risk Management, or related field is strongly preferred but not required.
• At least 5 years of experience in safety, environmental, risk management, occupational health, or related field is desired.
• Working knowledge in OSHA regulations and Worker’s Compensation Law.
• Experience supervising others.
• Experience leading an emergency response team is preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 14000 / 18000 and experience working with regulatory / government agencies is a plus.
• Familiarity with EPA / DNR standards is positive.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

SKILLS:

• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Organizational strategy skills.
• Reading and comprehension skills for legal interpretation.
• Above average communication skills (written and oral).
• Service- oriented attitude.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
• Skills in developing and delivering training programs.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
 
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
 

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. 

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Job Requisition: 375372