Occupational Health and Safety Lead - Jobs in Lethbridge, AB

Job Description

The Opportunity:The Lead, Occupational Health and Safety will report to and assist the Occupational Health & Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Manager in the ongoing development and enhancement of the facility’s Occupational Health and Safety program. This involves providing technical support, training, implementation, and maintenance of the program to and for all employees and visitors, as well as the administration of both work and non-work-related claims. They will be required to work closely with managers, supervisors, and individual employees to promote Occupational Health and Safety issues in the facility, as well as develop safer, healthier and more efficient ways of working.The Lead, Occupational Health and Safety coordinates Occupational Health and Safety systems within the facility, identifies hazards, assesses risks to Occupational Health and Safety, and ensures appropriate safety controls are in place. The Lead, Occupational and Safety is also responsible for coordinating training, communications, involvement, and accountability-supporting incident prevention and compliance programs.Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Promote Occupational Health and Safety, Security and Environmental plans, goals, and objectives.
• Provide support to hourly and salaried staff by having a visible presence on the production floor.
• Foster good staff relationships to gain commitment from all employees.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with policies, standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
• File Workers Compensation reports, ensuring all required information is clearly presented and reported to the Board within timelines outlined in the Workers’ Compensation legislation.
• Assist employees in filing claim reports when required.
• Report applicable medical history, attendance, financial information, job history, etc. to the appropriate insurance carrier.
• Challenge and appeal any claims with a questionable incident.
• Assist with the rehabilitation of employees after incidents or injuries and ensure return-to-work placements are conducted productively, consistently within restrictions, and in a cost-effective manner.
• Produce reports and statistical information.
• Perform administrative duties of data entry and filing.
• In the absence of a Manager or Supervisor, Occupational Health and Safety, develop and communicate Occupational Health and Safety systems, including facility policies and procedures.
• Develop and deliver safety training to all newly hired employees, outlining all safety policies and programs, identifying roles and responsibilities, and obtaining acknowledgement from each employee.
• Conduct job safety analyses (JSA), safe work procedures (SWP), and physical demands descriptions (PDD).
• Provide support to and follow up with the supervisors regarding incident investigation reports; specifically, identifying root causes and following up on outstanding or ineffective corrective actions.
• In the absence of a Manager or Supervisor, Occupational Health and Safety, prepare weekly safety messages for supervisors. This includes determining the appropriate topic and ensuring that the supervisor is prepared and able to deliver the required information effectively.
• Monitor departmental safety activities including safety meetings, inspections, training, task observations, investigations.
• Seek continuous improvement to Occupational Health and Safety programs by assisting in monthly department safety inspections, periodic and annual audits, and the implementation of subsequent action plans.
• In the absence of a Manager or Supervisor, Occupational Health and Safety, assess training requirements for management, supervision, and Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee members, as well as coordinate appropriate training sessions.
• Conduct and coordinate training sessions for management, supervisors, and employees on Occupational Health and Safety practices, legislation, and industry changes.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Reduction/elimination of incidents and injuries.
• Reduction of Workers’ Compensation costs through incident prevention and remediation.
• Maintain safety management systems (i.e., adherence to laws, regulations, and policies) for due diligence purposes.
• Represent company to external auditors and enforcement authorities.
• Reinforce company values.
• Maintain positive relations with employees, management, and external enforcement agencies.
• Promote impact of programs on employee health and productivity.

What You’ll Bring:

• 1-2 years of general manufacturing experience and/or Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) support role or a combination of experience and education equaling 1-2 years.
• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety, Certificate or diploma program in Occupational Health and Safety, or College diploma or university degree in any discipline (with preference to the sciences), Preferred.
• Significant knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation combined with training in hazard recognition, assessment, and control.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Effective team player.
• Computer skills-desktop applications, Occupational Health and Safety and Human Resources applications.
• Knowledge and experience in all aspects of Occupational Health and Safety.
• Must have a passion for safety

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.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
• 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.We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.A diverse and inclusive work environmentChampioning diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.We embrace a strong, values-based cultureOur eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

Maple Leaf Foods is committed to ensuring the health and safety of all our employees. As part of this commitment, we have adopted a number of COVID-19 safety measures, including a requirement for all employees to be fully vaccinated by March 31, 2022 and to show proof of vaccination. In keeping with this policy, successful candidates will need to provide proof of vaccination by March 31, 2022 (or prior to their first day of work if the start date is after March 31, 2022). We will of course consider accommodations for anyone unable to be vaccinated following human rights and other applicable lawsWe thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.Quick Apply

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