We are leading manufacturer of flexible packaging products in North America.
Overview
The HSE Specialist is responsible for leading and executing all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives at our Toronto manufacturing facility. This role will serve as the site's HSE subject matter expert and champion a culture where safety is a core value.
The successful candidate will be a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves professional who actively engages with employees on the production floor, drives compliance, identifies risks, implements corrective actions, and ensures the successful execution of Corporate HSE programs at the site level. The HSE Specialist will partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, HR, and site leadership to continuously improve workplace safety, environmental performance, and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities:
- HSE Program Leadership & Execution: Lead the execution of all Corporate HSE programs, policies, standards, and initiatives at the Toronto facility. Serve as the primary site resource for all health, safety, and environmental matters. Develop site-specific action plans to support corporate safety objectives and annual goals. Drive a proactive safety culture through visible leadership, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Ensure HSE initiatives move beyond planning into effective on-the-floor execution.
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), environmental regulations, and company policies. Conduct routine workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and compliance audits. Identify workplace hazards and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce risk. Maintain safety documentation, training records, permits, SDSs, and regulatory reporting requirements. Support external audits, inspections, and interactions with regulatory agencies as required.
- Incident Management & Continuous Improvement: Lead investigations into workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, property damage, and environmental events. Conduct root cause analyses and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions. Track and analyze safety performance metrics and identify trends requiring attention. Develop initiatives aimed at reducing incidents, improving safety performance, and strengthening risk awareness. Follow up on corrective actions to ensure long-term effectiveness and accountability.
- Training, Employee Engagement & Safety Culture: Coordinate and deliver HSE training programs, safety orientations, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns. Support supervisors and managers in promoting safe work practices and accountability. Facilitate Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) activities and associated action plans. Engage employees at all levels to encourage hazard reporting, near miss reporting, and participation in safety initiatives. Coach and influence employees and leaders to strengthen safety ownership throughout the site.
- Environmental Management & Operational Support: Support environmental compliance programs, waste management activities, and sustainability initiatives. Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of materials in accordance with regulatory requirements. Work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to incorporate safety and environmental considerations into projects, equipment modifications, and process improvements. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance both operational and HSE performance. Provide hands-on support during facility upgrades, audits, shutdowns, and operational projects.
Experience:
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Studies, Industrial Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation or actively working toward certification is an asset.
- 1-3 years of progressive HSE experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Demonstrated experience independently managing and executing site-level HSE initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of Ontario health and safety legislation, hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
- Proven ability to build relationships and drive accountability across all levels of the organization.
- Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification (Parts I & II).
Join us in shaping a safer future! We are committed to supporting your growth through meaningful training opportunities while offering an engaging work environment that values your contributions. If you’re passionate about creating safe workplaces and have the drive to make an impact, we want to hear from you!
Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
