Canfor

Senior Manager, Safety

Canfor$145K — $147K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7 years of experience in safety program creation for mid to large manufacturing organizations.
  • 5 years of incident investigation skills and emergency management experience.
  • Strong knowledge of safety laws and regulations.
  • Experience with cloud-based EHS software, ideally Enablon.
  • Background in manufacturing operations, particularly in sawmilling.
  • Familiarity with risk management software tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the improvement and standardization of the Occupational Health and Safety Program.
  • Collaborate with operational leadership to enhance the safety culture.
  • Provide expert guidance on safety standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Design and oversee safety training programs and protocols.
  • Manage internal and external safety audits.
  • Create policies on various safety-related issues including equipment safety and emergency response.
  • Partner with management to deliver safety training for all employees.

Benefits

  • 20% telecommuting allowed within geographic location.
  • Comprehensive health and safety training provided.
  • Engagement with regional safety managers and mill management.
  • Opportunity to work for a leader in health and safety standards.
Full Job Description
Posting ID: 29771Job Title: Regular City: Mobile, AL, United StatesLocation: Mobile - Canfor Southern Pine, Inc.

Senior Manager Safety, Canfor Southern Pine, Inc., Mobile, AL. Lead the ongoing improvement and standardization of the Occupational Health and Safety Program and related Safety Management Systems, consistent with the various laws, codes and regulations that apply across the seven states we operate in. Collaborate closely with operational leadership to cultivate a culture of safety excellence, positioning Canfor as a frontrunner in health and safety standards for both employees and customers. Provide expert guidance on safety standards and regulatory requirements across all levels of the organization, designing and overseeing safety programs and protocols, managing internal and external audits, and delivering comprehensive health and safety training. Act as a pivotal part in working alongside regional safety managers, mill health & safety advisors, mill management, and all employees to implement and sustain safety initiatives that align with our overarching safety strategy. Create training and policies on a variety of issues that include but are not limited to: machine guarding, lockout, hot work, confined space, fall protection, PPE, cranes and lifting devices, forklifts, industrial hygiene, noise, loss management, contractor management, loss prevention, combustible dust, first aid, and emergency response. Collaborate with management teams on delivering safety training for all employees. Telecommuting permitted 20% per week within same geographic location as assigned office location unless otherwise pre-approved by the Business.

40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. $145,860 - $147,860/yr.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must have 7 years of experience in creating and executing safety programs for a mid to large size manufacturing organization.

Of the required experience must have 5 years of experience in each of the following:

  • Incident investigation skills and training as well as experience with emergency management processes, requirements and structure including auditing knowledge;

  • Safety laws;

  • Experience using cloud-based software for EHS, like Enablon;

  • Experience in manufacturing operations, specifically within sawmilling;

  • Risk Management software tools.


40% of domestic travel is required.

About Canfor

Canfor is a Canadian lumber company that produces softwood lumber, pulp and paper products, and other wood products. The company operates sawmills, pulp and paper mills, and wood pellet plants in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Canfor was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. The company's mission is to be a global leader in sustainable forestry and to provide high-quality wood products to customers around the world. Canfor is committed to sustainable forestry practices and has received numerous awards for its environmental stewardship.
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