Sr. Manager - Environment, Healthy & Safety

Are you hungry to innovate? To do things differently? To work with a company that's real, thoughtful and very forward-thinking?

Meet Riverside. We are an organic, "better for you" snack company, manufacturing award-winning, nutritious, allergen-free snacks. Your kids know us as MadeGood, tasty school-safe snacks. Your buddies on the go grab our GOOD TO GO delicious and nutritious snacks.

At Riverside, we make delicious snacks that are good in every way. From our ingredients to our manufacturing practices, we've raised every bar on every aspect. We're friendly and focused on creating foods that are good for you and good to the planet as well. Riverside Natural Foods is B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line, Zero Waste, and Canadian owned and operated.

Come work with a Canadian leader! We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit and fun.

You can learn more about us at www.riversidenaturalfoods.com

We continue to grow and today are looking for a committed, talented, star to join our team as our Sr. Manager - Environment, Healthy & Safety.

Position Summary/Objective:

The Sr. Manager of Environment Health & Safety will foster a positive safety culture by engaging all staff, developing, and implementing all aspects of the environment, health, and safety (EHS) managed systems and programs, delivery of technical and consultative support and services in the areas of environment, health and safety related to facilities, projects, and all operations at Riverside Natural Foods, Ltd. The Senior Manager, EHS is accountable to represent the interests and objectives of the organization and the Riverside Senior Leadership Team in all matters pertaining to the development, maintenance, continuous improvement, occupational health and safety programs and initiatives across the organization.

The Sr. Manager will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive compliance with safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight, expertise, leadership, direction, and specialized support in achieving the company's EHS objectives.
• Take the lead on building a safety culture by training, coaching, and holding team members accountable on workplace safety policies and programs.
• Develop and implement safety initiatives, controls, and procedures to address safety risks in the workplace.

• Keeping abreast of developments in EHS regulations and best practices to ensure the organization remains compliant and proactive in its approach to safety.

• Identify EHS risks and adverse conditions and assist where required in developing corrective actions.
• Provide regular updates to the Riverside Senior Leadership team as needed to assist in operational decision-making.
• Prepare and present as required, EHS reports and updates to the Riverside senior management to ensure full diligence and compliance with all EHS strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (JHSC, Site Leadership) to develop, audit, and achieve the highest level of safety standards.
• Monitor, assess and report on the EHS performance at all operating locations and identify the need for improved programs, standards and/or procedures.
• Analyze risk areas and emerging trends and recommend actions to ensure programs are in place to address these risks.
• Work with plant management teams to establish site specific annual performance targets aimed at continual improvement.
• Maintain liaison with regulatory bodies such as Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Health, WSIB, ESA and other related associations.
• Manage, coordinate, and oversee environment and safety incidents, injury claims, investigations, and JHSC recommendations.
• Act as primary contact with regulatory agencies for all matters pertaining to EHS.
• Define EHS training and awareness requirements throughout the organization. Work in collaboration with the Learning & Development team and plant leadership to ensure training is delivered as required.
• Prepare business cases and annual operating plans and ensure resources to accomplish objectives for EHS programs and strategic initiatives, and for the operations support of the EHS function.
• Manage performance and day-to-day responsibilities of multiple direct reports.
• Provide direct reports with short and long-term goals and deliverables. Provide support, career development and coaching as needed.
• Other Duties as Required.

Education & Qualifications

• 10+ years of work experience required in EHS focused management role.
• Completed post-secondary in (EHS) Environmental Health and Safety, or related field or equivalent work experience in an OSHA background.
• 3+ years of people management experience required.
• Ability to perform at a high level in a fast paced and dynamic work environment.
• In depth knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS and all other workplace EHS regulations
• Certified Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation is required.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and providing safety training. Flexible to support all shifts (Afternoon, night and weekends as required).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills are crucial for effectively promoting a culture of safety within the organization.

What We Offer:

• Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs!
• RRSP matching or IRA matching for an empowered financial journey
• Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
• Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

How to Apply:

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(AT)riversidenaturals.com with the subject line Sr. Manager - Environment, Healthy & Safetyor click the apply button!

Riverside Natural Foods is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Reporting Relationship:

The position reports directly to the Director of Manufacturing.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to be persuasive and assertive while also being collaborative with diverse teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with follow through abilities
• Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong TEAM player demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve common goals
• PASSIONATE with a positive attitude with a desire to learn and collaborate
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, self-starter with a high level of initiative and ADAPTABILITY
• Demonstrates HUMILITY throughout the company on a daily basis
• Aptitude to exhibit, RESPECT and protect Riverside's Core Values in a changing environment.