Join us in building Careers and shaping Experiences Beyond the Box As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. We are looking for a Director, Health & Safety.

This position is responsible for overseeing health and safety in all plants within the Atlantic Group of Companies.

Atlantic

Packaging has locations in Ontario, Quebec and in the United States. This role is based at Atlantic’s head office in Scarborough, Ontario. Provides leadership in developing, communicating, and implementing a vision for occupational health and safety within the organization.

Corporate Governance: Responsible for the development, review, and delivery of company-wide Health and Safety policies and programs.

External Representation: Represents Atlantic Packaging Group of Companies on industry-related advisory committees (e.g., Workplace Safety North FPPCP Advisory Committee, Fibre Box Association H&S; Committee).

Strategic Risk Management: Conducts macro-level risk assessments to minimize workplace incidents, occupational illnesses, or long-term health hazards.

Regulatory

Compliance & Legal Governance Multi-Jurisdictional Frameworks: Facilitates a safety management system complying with Ontario's OHSA, Quebec's CNESST requirements, alongside US OSHA standards.

Leads

Ontario's WSIB H&S; Excellence program and Dock Safety Task Force; strategically oversees Quebec’s mandatory Prevention Program (Programme de prévention) and Interim Mechanisms.

Legal Proceedings: Manages, advises, and represents the organization in any safety-related legal proceedings Continuous Improvement,



Data Analytics & Incident Management Auditing & Inspection: Performs safety audits and physical inspections of work areas to proactively identify hazards.

Gap Analysis: Conducts gap analyses of existing programs and develops robust action plans to remedy non-conformance issues.

Data & Analytics: Analyzes safety data to determine trends and statistics, compiling monthly/annual safety reports for executive management. Team Development & Safety Training Training Management: Manages the company-wide H&S; Training program, facilitating specialized training sessions or safety drills when necessary. Leading and developing a high-performing team of Health & Safety professionals in ON, QC and US.

Industry Experience: Minimum 10+ years leading health and safety specifically within a unionized manufacturing setting.

Academic Baseline: Bachelor’s degree in OHS, Engineering, Kinesiology, HR, or Business (or an alternate Bachelor's degree + a post-graduate OHS diploma).

Mobility: Must possess a valid driver’s license and independent transportation for local travel.

Language Proficiency: Bilingualism (French/English) is highly preferred to manage the Quebec portfolio effectively.

Technical Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and working knowledge of specialized safety management software. Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage (dependents included) Teamwork-focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events Academic scholarships for employees’ children Safety equipment and PPE support program Retirement savings and wellness initiatives Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Inclusion and Accessibility Atlantic Packaging is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and respectful setting for all candidates. Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal and background check.

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