Health & Safety Coordinator - Edmonton, Canada - Capital Fine Meats

Capital Fine Meats

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Capital Fine Meats is a family owned and operated business in Edmonton, Alberta since 1929. We are a federally regulated food processing facility, and pride ourselves on providing fresh, high-quality meats across Western Canada.

With a team of over 100 individuals, we believe a diverse and inclusive corporate culture is one where everyone succeeds.

That's why we're committed to creating an environment where all feel welcomed, safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

We are currently seeking an experienced
Health & Safety Coordinator to administer, lead, and enforce, all safety-related aspects of company-wide policies and procedures.

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This position is critical in nature. Only qualified individuals with the required skills will be considered._

The Health & Safety Coordinator will be responsible for identifying and developing new company-wide policies and procedures, in addition to the implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of the current onsite Health & Safety program.

Experience in a food manufacturing or production plant is considered an asset, but we are willing to train the right individual.

Must be available to work Monday - Friday (40/hrs per week).

Skills and Experience

Demonstrated ability to educate, lead, and conduct department toolbox meetings, supervisor and new hire training, safety committee meets.
Demonstrated ability to work in high stress or fast paced working environment.
Experience in first response, incident investigation, critical thinking, problem solving, and conflict resolution is key.
Strong interpersonal and communication ability.
Familiar with all Microsoft based programs and computer use.
Comprehensive knowledge of OHS (Occupational Health & Safety) Act, Provincial and Federal regulation, policies, codes, and practices.
Minimum 3 years' experience in WCB liaison (claims management processing)
Minimum 3 years' experience in COR audit and all requirements therein.
Minimum 5 years in Safety related profession.
Preference given to experience within food production or manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent with focus on Occupational Health & Safety Designation
CRST or CRSP certification is preferred
COR Auditor Designation
Standard First Aid Certification
WHMIS Train the Trainer
Class 5 driver's license
Forklift Certification is considered an asset.

Core Responsibilities:

Plan, organize, and conduct COR audit of the facility, production areas, and equipment. Carry out audit requirements and mandate implementation to ensure all items have been rectified (where applicable).
Maintain COR certificate through annual audits (Alberta Food Processors Association)
Responsible for implementing and maintaining the company Hazard Assessment and Control Program.
Conduct regular department inspections and enforce a strong safety presence throughout the plant.
Update and maintain company's Health & Safety SOP and manuals.
Ensure SDS information is current, up to date, and readily available to all departments.
Create and conduct morning toolbox talks and maintain daily meeting logs and employee sign off.
Respond to and complete all near miss, incident, and injury investigations.
Manage all employee and thirdparty relations within WCB program (claims management, modified work program).
Participate in new hire orientations. Conduct safety training, department tours.
Responsible for ensuring the company's safety program meets or exceeds all legislated standards and compliance requirements.