Health & Safety Supervisor

**Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life**:

- Supports our Wastewater pretreatment facility and environmental management programs including the Environmental Emergency management (E2) Plan and associated drills and activities.
- Supporting chemical safety programs including Transport of Dangerous Goods, WHMIS, Hazardous Waste management and our Solid Waste and Food Waste diversion strategies.
- Supervises the Security team and provides support on proximity software and site access control, supporting HR with creation of new badges and maintaining the proximity software WINPAK.
- Review and monitor on-site Contractor OHS programs and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Assist and lead in the reduction of Health and Safety risks and hazards through continuous improvement projects
- Support Operations in all Safety related functions, including, but not limited to: On Boarding, Work Refusals, Return to Work, Safety Talks and Messages, Recognition, Data Analysis, Coaching, Employee Service Investigations, Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews, Equipment Processes and Modifications, Participate in Meetings.
- Ensure Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews (PHSRs) are properly completed including written reports to ensure compliance.
- Develops tools for identifying workplace hazards; develops plant-wide systems that support hazard recognition; develops an effective JHA, manages the JHA based program as a key component of the occupational safety and health management systems; enables plant to move from basic compliance to a pro-active safety management system.
- Respond to all serious incidents to ensure that proper investigation and follow up is completed.
- Ensure records and documentation are kept protecting Company interests.
- Coach all functional areas on addressing safety issues and how to address them.
- Oversees the maintenance and improvement of the site Fire Protection systems including early warning and suppression systems.
- Recommend procedures to improve safety in the workplace and to comply with applicable legislation.
- Reviews and follows up with supervisors to ensure timeliness, appropriateness of incident follow through on corrective action and root cause analysis.
- Ensure that personal protective equipment is provided and being utilized, and all applicable record keeping is up to date.
- Conduct workplace inspections and hazard assessments i.e. safeguarding and lock out.
- Flexible Shifts, engagement in shift operations. May be required to respond to emergencies after hours
- Maintain OHS metrics and documentation with the ability to present this information to applicable parties
- Supports the implementation and monitoring of the OHS Management system and associated business OHS programs.

**What You’ll Bring**:

- Excellent problem-solving skills
- 6 - 10 years of progressive experience in health and safety
- Ability to communicate and motivate at all levels
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Effective Supervisory skills
- Proven working knowledge of OSHA and relevant regulations, the WSIA and all other applicable legislation
- Detail and fine print conscious with exemplary organizational skills
- Strong computer skills to download and process data
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills
- Working knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies and tools

**What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods**:

- Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
- An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
- Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
- Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
- Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
- Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

**About Us**: We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.