JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education/Certification:

·    Associate’s degree with major course work in EHS, risk management or a closely related field is required.

·    ASP (Associate Safety Professional) certification is preferred.

·    CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification is highly valued.

·    Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or other professionally recognized certifications in EHS (ISO 14001/ISO 45001) are highly desirable

Experience:

·    3+ years of progressive EHS program management experience.

·    Ability to coordinate planning and collaboration with other business functions in a way that is mutually beneficial and drives continuous improvement.

·    Ability to drive a strong safety philosophy and implement programs designed to effectively change behavior and prevent injury using data- and research-driven methods.

·    Ability to analyze and independently resolve a variety of difficult situations and problems using timely decision making.

Knowledge:

·    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact and influence effectively with all levels of management, employees, and customers and experience collaborating with unions.

·    Familiarity of OSHA, Root Cause Investigation, Incident Investigation procedures, Hazard Assessment, Job Safety

Assessments. EPA

·    Broad working knowledge of federal, state & local EHS laws and regulations

Skills/Abilities:

·    Training and coaching skills

·    Ability to work flexible hours

·    Excellent communication skills

·    Proficient with Microsoft Word, Power point and Excel

·    Adapts well to and initiates change in the organization.

Physical Environment / Demands:

• Travel is required to Canada DCs.
• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment and/or daily travel required to visit accounts. May travel overnight to attend trade shows.
• Incumbent may be sitting for long periods of time at desk, computer terminal or while driving.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday. 
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.

Reasons to Apply. Reasons to stay at UNFI Canada:

• Base salary offered
• Health and Dental benefits package offered on your first day!
• Paid vacation and sick days! (4 weeks vacation)
• Retirement Savings Plan offered after 6 months of service!
• Employee discount program on natural and organic foods!
• Friendly and helpful team!

OUR COMMITMENT:
UNFI believes in a diverse and accommodating workplace. UNFI encourages and promotes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, disability or otherwise. UNFI is committed to providing full accommodation for persons with disabilities in all active processes and procedures including but not limited to the recruitment process. To request any accommodation you may require to participate in the recruitment process (including alternative formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please contact the main recruiting contact for the position or Human Resources to discuss your specific needs.