Saputo Dairy Products Canada is seeking a passionate Health & Safety Specialist, responsible for all activities and education related to health and safety and applicable legislation. Providing guidance to the location’s leadership team as with our employees to adopt best behavior and procedures to reflect the priority and focus we have on health and safety. This role acts as an ambassador of our culture and values and will be responsible for the Tavistock facility.

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Salary: $79,266 to $100,100. Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills and training.

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Collaborate closely with peer group in executing company safety policies by providing training and education to ensure that employees follow Corporate and Governmental Safety Standards.
• Work in collaboration with the Corporate Health & Safety team as well as other Health & Safety Specialists to foster and promote a culture of employee engagement and continuous learning.
• Influence change though comprehensive risk assessments and safety data analysis and proactively review and execute safety programs.
• Conduct frontline employee risk review and hazard assessments.
• Provide guidance and review of site incidents in developing supervisor’s skills in investigating and preparing detailed reports with strong corrective actions.
• Audit the facilities for legislative and corporate compliance and associated conditions to ensure that training, and preventative measures are addressing areas of opportunity.
• Partner with local agencies to develop strong relationships while developing a knowledge base within the dairy/food industry.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• A degree/diploma in Health and Safety or equivalent work experience. Registered as Canadian registered safety professional (CRSP) is preferred.
• 3-5 years of Health and Safety leadership experience in a medium to large organization.
• Possess a thorough understanding of Ontario provincial regulations; CSA standards and ISO 45001.
• An ideal candidate has experience in HOP, training delivery, coaching and is motivated to seek and understand problems in a systems approach.
• Ability to communicate key HOP messages to senior leaders, site leaders, workforce and business partners.
• Understanding in operational learning methodologies that include both learning from incidents and learning from normal work.
• Ability to evaluate safeguards for error likely scenarios.
• Possess a thorough understanding of provincial regulations; CSA standards and ISO 45001
• Ability to travel to Ontario sites and work all shifts as required.
• Recognized leadership and autonomy, excellent communication, planning and work organization skills.
• Team oriented and strong ability to engage people.
• Proficiency reporting in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint with the ability to learn other online systems
• Bilingual, French and English, an asset.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Vacation upon hire.
• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance.
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families.
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match.
• Paid Parental Leave program.
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off.
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA.
• Training and development programs.
• -Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs.
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

Overview of the role :

You'll discover a stimulating atmosphere that fosters your professional growth in a clean and safe environment. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Electrician is responsible for the installation and maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, mechanical and automation systems within the facility.

Schedule: Monday-Friday11pm-7:30am

Salary:

• Licensed: Probationary Rate – $42.33; Top Rate – $44.56
• Non-Licensed: Probationary Rate – $36.80; Top Rate – $38.74

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :

• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Repair and maintenance of filling machines, pasteurizing process systems, packaging systems and conveyers common to a dairy operation;
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and manuals to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations;
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance;
• Maintain communication on a constant basis with plant personnel;
• Work well with, and support, peer group, other departments and facility as a whole;
• Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.’s quality standards;
• Ensure that all work is performed safely while following OH&S, WCB, Food Safety and other Company regulations and procedures; and
• Other duties as required/assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Industrial Electrician/Instrumentation/Automation license (provincially licensed 442A). 
• Minimum three (3) years’ electro-mechanical in a packaging equipment and PLC.
• Strong understanding of all applicable Electrical – Mechanical – Safety Provincial Codes.
• Experience in a food processing facility would be considered an asset;
• Extensive experience with electromechanical preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of high-speed automated packaging equipment;
• Instrument knowledge with pressure, temperature, flow controls, calibrations and programing;
• Advanced electromechanical and technical aptitude;
• Knowledge and experience with PLC controls and programming systems. Allen Bradley an asset;
• PC Windows based O/S experience an asset;
• High level of self-motivation and initiative, and results-oriented, with excellent trouble shooting skills;
• Ability to work in a highly automated environment;
• Demonstrates proficiency and dependability; able to work with little supervision and follow direction;
• Candidates must be strong, independent individual while possessing the ability to function within a highly integrated team environment;
• Demonstrates solid multi-tasking, problem solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills;
• Flexible, willing to put forth extra effort to get the job done without compromising health and safety
• Demonstrates commitment to safety and the environment, and willing to learn and contribute;
• Demonstrates solid Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), understanding and compliance. Knowledge of Food Safety Systems would be an asset;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Should exhibit good judgement, diligence, and have an excellent work and attendance record.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Vacation upon hire
• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Develop and grow the Saputo book of business through new business acquisition, new product listings, and execution of promotional activity
• Drive new sales through our direct distribution network as well as our distributor partners
• Develop and maintain a knowledge of the local market and community, attend industry events
• Prepare and present business reviews to both customers and internal stakeholders
• Communicate effectively with Saputo Sales, Finance, Operations, and Distribution departments to maximize opportunities and address customer issues
• Develop and implement a schedule for customer contact
• Evaluate and initiate opportunities for continuous improvement throughout the territory
• Maintain a high level of knowledge of the competitive landscape, including products, promotions, sales and innovation
• Participate in company and customer functions, as required
• Analyze and report on account performance, identifying challenges and opportunities
• Perform other duties, as assigned

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• A degree/diploma in Sales, Marketing or a related field
• Two or more years of sales experience, preferably in the Food Service market
• Experience in the Consumer Package Goods or Food Service industries
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Career-oriented with a desire to take on new challenges
• Highly motivated and able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Track record of bringing projects to full completion, on schedule, with minimal supervision
• Valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle