Health and Safety Manager

“To sustainably grow while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our employees and the success of our customers”

Since 1980, Handi Foods Inc. has been at the forefront of transforming traditional Mediterranean pita bread into a diverse array of wholesome and delicious snacks. Today, Handi Foods Inc. stands as a leader in the snack industry, crafting products that redefine snacking experiences across North America

If you thrive in a dynamic environment where creativity intersects with operational excellence, and where collaboration, empowerment, and innovation drive success, then we invite you to join us. Together, let’s shape the future of snacking

We are a seeking a **Health and Safety Manager (1 Year - Maternity Leave) Contract** to join our dynamic and growing organization. Reporting to the VP, Operations the Health and Safety Manager will support the development, administration and implementation of company-wide occupational safety programs. This individual will be responsible for collecting and organizing data for the analysis of health and safety reporting, determining trends, making recommendations to senior management on preventative or corrective measures and aligning Health and Safety Initiatives with the company's strategic objectives.

Note : This role is full-time on site at our North York location, with travel to our Brampton location (based on business needs).

**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Assists and supports department leaders to ensure each department is meeting regulatory compliance.
- Being available and visible on the factory floor to get first-hand communication and feedback from our managers and plant members
- In conjunction with the Vice President of Operations develops and revises safety policies, procedures and programs for: Employees, Contractors, Visitors.
- Provides support and/or oversight to operations and maintenance for implementation of Safe Work
- Practices, Industrial Hygiene and Emergency Response Programs.
- Supports the investigation of incidents, accidents or injuries and ensures completion and submission of accident/incident reports as required by the company and legislative bodies.
- Ensures proper safety orientation training of all newly hired employees and continuing safety training for current employees.
- Conducts assessments to ensure employees are modelling appropriate safety behavior.
- Prepare and schedule training to cover emergency, fire, workplace safety and other relevant topics
- Manager all injury claims and WSIB reporting
- Coordinate inspections, investigations and occupational health and safety activities with all departments
- Completes risk analysis to prioritize risk in operations and develops action plans for reduction or elimination of risk at source.
- Partners with managers and employees to positively impact the Facility’s Safety Culture business results.
- Audits the plant safety systems, processes, procedures, and products to assess adequacy, degree of use, and effectiveness while identifying areas for improvement.
- Initiate improvements and/or adjustments to processes and systems when required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Bachelors Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or related field
- Professional Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (CRSP, CSP, CIH) and/or Environmental Management (EP, CEM, REM)
- Minimum 4 years experience in Manufacturing Environment, Food Manufacturing experience an asset
- Proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PPT)
- Knowledge and experience with WSIB case management practices is an asset
- Proven ability to develop, implement Health and Safety procedures, programs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with a strong commitment to quality, health, safety and environmental development.
- Valid Driver's License Required (to travel to our Brampton Site)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- RRSP match

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift

**Experience**:

- Food Manufacturing: 4 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- EP, CEM, REM (preferred)
- CRSP, CSP, CIH (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (required)

Work Location: In person