Health, Safety, Security & Environmental Manager

The HSSE Manager is responsible for creating and leading local Health Safety Security and Environmental programs to ensure total compliance with company state and federal requirements. As the sole HSSE professional on-site this position acts as a department owner with full accountability for the administration and maintenance of the Health and Safety Management System Security Systems and Environmental Compliance measures. As a key member of the Operations Leadership Team the HSSE Manager drives safety wellness and environmental initiatives to develop safer and more efficient ways of working while coaching the plant leadership team to ensure consistent application throughout the facility.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 09. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Compensation:$96000 - $110000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive

The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills experience education training job- related knowledge and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles salaries are adjusted according to scheduled addition to base salary this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leafs annual short-term incentive plan.

• Provide strategic leadership mentoring and direction to managers supervisors and associates in safety and incident prevention activities.
• Own and manage the entire departmental HSSE budget with full responsibility for daily spend resource allocation and safety-related capital projects.
• Lead the site as the sole HSSE authority ensuring that safety remains the most important priority across all facility operations.
• Provide a meaningful orientation that gets new employees excited to start their first day while meeting all required compliance trainings.
• Foster strong professional relationships to gain safety commitment from all associates.
• Generate and submit all internal and external reporting as required by regulatory bodies and corporate standards.
• Implement and monitor a Health and Safety Management System that meets OSHA regulations and coordinate its annual review.
• Seek continuous improvement by ensuring that regular inspections hazard analysis risk assessments and audits are conducted.
• Administer and maintain incident reporting and recording systems to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
• Utilize incident and root cause analysis to provide direction and recommendations on how to mitigate losses and foster a proactive safety culture.
• Communicate with the employees health care practitioner to clarify functional abilities and facilitate a safe return to work.
• Produce reports and statistical information to analyze trends and present findings or recommendations to management.
• File Workers Compensation and OSHA reports ensuring all required information is clearly presented and reported within required timelines.
• Develop an emergency response program and train the facility on applicable procedures such as fire evacuation tornado shelter-in-place and ammonia emergencies.
• Manage and maintain compliance requirements for all applicable environmental permits including air water and waste.
• Provide and manage food defense measures and site security protocols as required.
• Ensure a secure facility by implementing and maintaining a well-documented security plan issuing badges and working with the guard shack to manage access control.

• Minimum 57 years of experience in an Occupational Health and Safety role within a manufacturing or process industry.
• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety or a degree in a related discipline with equivalent experience.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CSP CIH) are highly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work effectively on a cross-functional leadership team.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State Health and Safety legislation combined with training in hazard recognition and assessment.
• Strong problem-solving interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proven capability of interacting with all levels within the organization and the ability to deliver positive business results.
• Experience with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP programs
• Knowledge of environmental permitting

• 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.

Were 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. Lets build a better future together.

Were passionate about food. For more than 100 years weve made delicious healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands like Maple Leaf Schneiders and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. Were 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.

Were a global food company with more than 13500 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.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. Were so much stronger when we know were accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.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 Whats 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.

The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills experience education training job- related knowledge and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.

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.

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