Senior Manager, Safety

Canfor • Mobile, AL

2d • $145,860 - $147,860 • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience in creating and executing safety programs for a mid to large size manufacturing organization.
• 5 years of experience in incident investigation skills and training.
• 5 years of experience in emergency management processes, requirements and structure including auditing knowledge.
• 5 years of experience in safety laws.
• 5 years of experience using cloud-based software for EHS, like Enablon.
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, specifically within sawmilling.
• 5 years of experience with Risk Management software tools.
• 40% of domestic travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing improvement and standardization of the Occupational Health and Safety Program and related Safety Management Systems.
• Collaborate closely with operational leadership to cultivate a culture of safety excellence.
• Provide expert guidance on safety standards and regulatory requirements across all levels of the organization.
• Design and oversee safety programs and protocols.
• Manage internal and external audits.
• Deliver comprehensive health and safety training.
• Implement and sustain safety initiatives that align with our overarching safety strategy.
• Create training and policies on a variety of issues including 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed