Sr. Manager, Environment, Health & Safety

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile.

So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together.

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

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 consultive 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.

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.

What we expect:

• Values-led: You’ll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun. Sometimes, even making granola bars is hard, and life’s too short to take ourselves so seriously that we don’t enjoy the journey.
• Unparalleled experiences and opportunities: We’re still determining who we are and what we can be. Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we’ll offer the world, into the future. This means rolling up your sleeves and sometimes building the process – fast! – while employing it. At Riverside, progress occasionally means proceeding imperfectly, and we’re okay with that, as long as we’re staying true to our values and learning and improving along the way.
• Access to everyone: We’re a flat organization with few silos which means you’ll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff. Even when employees dress up, they wear steel-toed shoes. So don’t be shy. Speak up, share your ideas and go places you normally wouldn’t – like the plant, or the boardroom.
• Personal development: We’ll support and empower you to chart your own path and reach any heights you set for yourself. Career paths at Riverside are carved by the people walking on them, not dictated by leaders. Count on us to give you the training and tools to grow and progress.
• Gratitude: As a growing business, we can’t always offer formal recognition like awards programs, but we do show our true gratitude and appreciation. At Riverside, we’re all in this together and we value you.

What We Offer:

• Values-led: We don’t cut corners or step on anyone or anything on our way to our summit. There is no winning at all costs here. Every step you take must align with our values, no compromises.
• Courageous determination: As a family-run, rapidly growing business, we are often challenged to find ways to deliver that aren’t obvious or easy. You must be willing to try, ask and answer challenging questions, test and learn, turn over every stone, keep moving forward and help us find a way through. Resourcefulness and grit will be your constant companions at Riverside and will serve you well.
• Humility: We’re a small (but growing) fish in a sea of whales and sharks. We know the products we offer are some of the healthiest and most sustainable, but we don’t brag about it, and know we have a steep path ahead. We pride ourselves in being respectful and supportive of others while shining brightly through our innovative, high-quality products. There isn’t one superstar at Riverside. We take turns leading the way as we climb to the summit.
• Continuous improvement: As a learn-as-we-go organization, we rely on each other to continuously improve everything we touch to make it better, more efficient, more sustainable, and more endearing to customers, consumers, employees, vendors, partners and the community. We own our mistakes and learn from them as we wind our way to the top.

Wait! There’s more!

• 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 job title you are applying for in the subject line or click the apply button!

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. 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.