Employee Mental Health

The past few years have underscored the vital need for comprehensive mental health support in the workplace. Many companies now offer baseline mental health benefits, but there is a growing recognition that these bare minimum offerings are insufficient. These benefits will not deliver any real value to the employer or employee if they are not used, do not meet their needs, and fail to reduce barriers to care like stigma, access, and cost. Employers today need to move beyond just checking the box and provide meaningful, easily accessible resources that actively support the mental health and well-being of their workforce.…

The high-stress conditions of modern manufacturing have made mental health issues increasingly common. There are several factors that make mental health a significant challenge in the manufacturing industry:  Repetitive and monotonous work. Many manufacturing jobs involve performing the same tasks over and over in a short cycle. This can lead to mental boredom and lack of engagement.  Lack of autonomy. Manufacturing workers often have little control over their tasks and workflow, which can be mentally draining. There are strict protocols to follow including quality and environmental management systems, occupational health and safety guidelines, and others.  Safety hazards. Working with heavy…