J.D. Irving
Health, Safety, and Environment Manager
J.D. Irving, Toronto, ON
Job Description
What We Offer
Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:
Responsibilities
Qualifications
About Us
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About the Team
At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.
We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products - including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.
We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.
Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. Each year, its forest operations harvest less than 2 percent of the forest it manages, ensuring that the company grows more wood than it harvests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the J.D. Irving Forest Supply Chain has been declared carbon neutral.
What We Offer
Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:
- A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
- Employee & family assistance programs
- RRSP matching program
- Health & wellness reimbursements
- Product purchase program
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
- Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
- Relocation costs (if applicable)
Responsibilities
- Lead implementation of the site strategic safety plan and manage site initiatives related to safety
- Provide ongoing support and leadership as required to ensure effective management and execution of HSE programs and initiatives
- Support the JHSC committee and hold leaders and employees accountable to safety
- Review and update as required, existing policies, programs and procedures in consultation with key stakeholders and the Joint Health and Safety Committee
- Successfully champion or lead CI projects as they relate to safety in the plant
- Review, monitor and evaluate Contractor Safety Programs and provide ongoing HSE support
- Site liaison with OSHA and other regulatory agencies as required
- Responsible for organization compliance with occupational health and safety legislation
- Ensure all environmental reporting and inform leadership team of any risks/requirements from a regulatory perspective
- Lead, coach, and mentor the Safety team by setting and managing expectations with the intent to achieve Key Performance Indicators, build capability, and develop talent
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in occupational health and safety, environmental health, or related field or equivalent work experience.
- 10 years of progressive and leadership experience within a manufacturing industry
- CRSP designation preferred
- Passionate about the health and safety of all employees
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills that provide ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with multiple projects and priorities
- Knowledge and passion for Continuous Improvement methods and tools
- Comfortable presenting up to senior level audiences
- Experience in budgeting and strategy / business planning
- Excellent ability to develop/maintain strong working relationship with people within the plant and across the company.
- Proven ability to lead a team of safety professionals and provide guidance/coaching
About Us
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About the Team
At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.
We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products - including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.
We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.
Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. Each year, its forest operations harvest less than 2 percent of the forest it manages, ensuring that the company grows more wood than it harvests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the J.D. Irving Forest Supply Chain has been declared carbon neutral.