Health & Safety Coordinator

HEALTH & SAFETY COORDINATOR (FOOD MANUFACTURING) Champion Safety. Build Culture. Protect People. We’re looking for a Health & Safety Coordinator who’s passionate about creating safer workplaces and helping every employee go home healthy at the end of the day. This is a hands-on opportunity to strengthen safety systems, support compliance, and help shape a proactive, people-first safety culture within one of Canada’s leading dairy organizations. IS THIS YOU? * You’re experienced in occupational health and safety and ready to take the next step in your career. * You thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy working closely with people at all levels. * You’re detail-oriented, organized, and love turning data and findings into action. * You believe safety is everyone’s responsibility and you’re eager to help others believe that too. If that sounds like you, we’d love to talk. WHAT YOU’LL DO Support Site Safety Programs * Coordinate and maintain occupational health and safety programs that meet Manitoba OHS and COR standards. * Assist in aligning site safety programs with regulatory requirements and company policies. * Maintain documentation, records, and reports for audits and inspections. Build Safety Awareness * Deliver engaging safety orientations and toolbox talks. * Partner with supervisors and employees to reinforce safety practices and positive accountability. * Support the Joint Health & Safety Committees (JHSC) at both sites through scheduling, minutes, and follow-ups. Contribute to Compliance and Continuous Improvement * Conduct or assist with inspections, hazard assessments, and internal audits. * Participate in incident and near-miss investigations, identify contributing factors, and track corrective actions. * Help monitor safety data, analyze trends, and suggest improvements. Support Food Safety Integration * Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Operations to ensure OHS practices align with HACCP, GMP, and FSMS requirements. * Assist with documentation for internal and external audits. WHAT YOU’LL BRING * Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field * OHS certification or diploma from a recognized institution * 2 years of experience in a Health & Safety role within a food manufacturing environment, preferably in the dairy industry * Proven ability to interpret and apply Manitoba OHS legislation and regulatory standards * Experience conducting inspections, audits, and incident investigations * Strong communication, analytical, and report-writing skills * Intermediate First Aid certification (or higher) is an asset * Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, and integrated management systems preferred WHY JOIN US You’ll be part of a values-driven organization built on Integrity, Care, and Expertise (ICE) — improving lives by unlocking the nutritional value of milk. Ready to make safety your legacy? Apply today and help us build a safer, stronger future — together.

Coordinate and maintain occupational health and safety programs to ensure compliance with Manitoba OHS and COR standards. Lead safety awareness initiatives, conduct inspections, and collaborate with Quality Assurance to integrate OHS with food safety requirements.

Requires post-secondary education or certification in Occupational Health & Safety and at least 2 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment. Must be proficient in Manitoba OHS legislation and experienced in conducting audits and incident investigations.

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• Occupational Health & Safety
• Hazard Assessment
• Incident Investigation
• Internal Auditing
• Regulatory Compliance
• Report Writing
• First Aid
• HACCP
• GMP
• FSMS
• Safety Orientation
• Analytical Skills
• Dairy Industry
• Accountability
• Food Manufacturing
• First Aid Certification
• Auditing
• Good Manufacturing Practices
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Environmental Health
• External Auditing
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Legislation
• Operations
• Quality Assurance
• Regulatory Requirements
• Safety Culture
• Scheduling
• Investigation
• Detail Oriented

• Security & Safety
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Health and Safety Coordinator
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator
• Environmental and Occupational Health and Hygiene Professionals
• Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week