Occupational Health Nurse

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 4,400 people company-wide.

Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation.

Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top‑quality castings.

You will be right at home at Waupaca Foundry.

This role provides treatment for job‑related injuries and illnesses, assists the company in detecting workplace hazards, and maintains health and safety standards. The role also educates workers about various medical conditions, encouraging better health and well‑being through advice and emotional support.

• Work with the Safety and Environmental departments in:
  • Assessing injuries caused by incidents.
  • Identifying hazardous workplace health conditions.
  • Determining corrective or preventative measures, and following up to ensure implementation.
• Be available to participate in:
  • Staff Safety meetings.
  • Monthly Safety meetings.
  • Executive Safety meetings.
• Conduct First Responder and/or Emergency Team meetings:
  • Facilitate the First Responder Program and/or Emergency Team; train and respond to calls appropriately.
  • Coordinate with local technical colleges for new and refresher EMR classes.
• ISO 45001 Awareness Certification and preparation.
• Provide treatment, follow‑up and referral to emergency care for workers daily.
• Investigate incidents, collect information and submit injury/illness investigation reports.
• Communicate with the insurance provider.
• Assist and communicate with the case manager on specific claims.
• Act as a worker advocate and protect the workers’ rights.
• Conduct drug/alcohol testing according to policy.
• Coordinate and/or administer annual health testing: respiratory questionnaires, PFT, hearing tests, vital signs, weight, and follow‑up on hearing losses.
• Comply with OSHA regulations.
• Evaluate pre‑placement candidates for employment.
• Maintain employee medical files and records.
• Work with the company on compliance with regulations and laws affecting the workplace:
  • New hire orientation.
  • Industrial hygiene.
  • Hearing conservation.
  • Blood‑borne pathogen programs.
  • Respiratory program.
• Attend external occupational health activities to learn about new regulations or programs that may impact the company.
• Conduct research on the effects of workplace exposures, gather health and hazard data, and use it to prevent injury and illness.
• Train and provide consultation to supervisors, foremen and employees on a variety of occupational health topics.
• Provide cost‑effective health care quality and cost‑containment strategies.
• Control and order supplies for the department.
• Monitor Workers’ Compensation claim costs and provide appropriate reports as needed.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.

• Current state license as an LPN or RN.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Intermediate computer skills are preferred.
• Current state license as a registered nurse and/or licensed practical nurse.
• Must be detail oriented, able to multitask and possess great interpersonal skills.
• CPR/AED certified.

If selected for consideration, candidates must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, reference checks/verification, and a pre‑employment drug screen.

• Short and long‑term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) employer‑funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Persons with a disability needing assistance with the application process may contact Human Resources via phone 715‑258‑6611 or email