The Opportunity:

The Health & Safety Specialist will be responsible for a wide variety of initiatives in the areas of Health & Safety. As the first-point in contact for all Health & Safety program-related issues, the incumbent must be able to balance competing priorities and act with urgency. This position will also be responsible to ensure consistent administration, compliance, development and delivery, of all health and safety regulations and programs.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by April 16. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Responsible to create, revise, and implement Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Provide guidance to all hourly and salary employees on the interpretation of H & S policies
• Arrange annual training programs while supporting the functional leaders in implementation and monitoring progress
• Support supervisors and maangers on accident investigations, review to ensure a thorough root cause analysis has been completed, and validate all corrective actions have been implemented in a timely and effective manner
• Weekly and Monthly analysis of accidents and injuries and compilation of monthly safety reports including the updating of period reports, statistical data and the Health and Safety MCR
• Champions all OHS Management System Audits
• Co-Chairs as a management rep on the Joint Health & Safety Committee and all related initiatives
• Coordinates OHS training with external vendors as well as developing and delivering in-house OHS Training
• Liaise with WSIB or other external service providers, employees and management team regarding WSIB claims and Early and Safe Return to Work.
• Manage and support Early and Safe Return to Work program including working with supervisors to monitor modified duties internally or externally prescribed
• Administration of required Health and Safety forms
• Conducts Health & Safety Orientation for all employees
• Ensure site specific Emergency Response Plan is kept up to date and all Emergency Response team members are equipped with their responsibilities
• Continually review programs including cut glove, ergonomics, mental health, etc for opportunities for improvement
• Supports HR Manager on employee relations issues and execution of Positive Employee Relations Strategy and initiatives
• Part of the SLT (Senior Leadership Team)

What You’ll Bring:

• 2-3 years of previous experience within the Health & Safety function (Preference will be given to candidates who have completed or are in the process of pursing CRSP designation)
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act and WSIB Claims Management
• The successful candidate will be detail oriented and will possess an ability to multi-task in an ever-changing, fast paced environment
• Strong team player with problem solving capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential
• Ability to ensure integrity of data and confidentiality of employee information
• Computer proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of software – MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point & Outlook

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.

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 environment

Championing 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 culture

Our 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

We 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.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.