Regional Safety Manager, East

You are a safety-first leader who thrives on building strong partnerships, influencing change, and driving continuous improvement across multiple manufacturing operations. You combine deep knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety systems, and loss prevention practices with the ability to engage leaders at all levels of the organization. Your strengths in communication, problem-solving, and relationship building allow you to create a culture where safety is a core value and operational excellence follows.

As the Regional Safety Manager, East , you will partner with Divisional Management, Plant Management, and employees across Canfor Southern Pine operations in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia to implement, execute, and sustain safety programs, policies, and initiatives that reduce workplace incidents and promote a world-class safety culture. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Safety, you will serve as a key resource for operations while driving compliance, engagement, and continuous improvement across the region.

The Life of a Regional Safety Manager Includes:

• Maintain the highest standards with respect to safety at all times, leading by example
• Act as a resource for CSP facilities in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia in the development and implementation of standardized safety and loss prevention programs
• Build and maintain strong business partnerships with General Managers, Plant Managers, supervisors, and other leaders to support operational objectives, drive employee engagement, and achieve business results.
• Research and present innovations in safety and loss prevention and encourage management participation in implementation
• Be the lead contact for Strategic Comp Loss Prevention activities at each operation
• Review, revise, and audit Safety Orientation of all employees regularly
• Provide regular updates and reports for Divisional Management
• Conduct mock OSHA inspections and work with Plant Management to keep facilities in compliance
• Support the implementation of Canfor’s Loss Prevention programs, including fire prevention
• Foster a culture of open communication with employees in all departments and at all levels

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in the sawmilling or wood products industry

• Experience utilizing Enablon Learning Management System (LMS) and asset management software to support employee training, compliance reporting, safety program administration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Experience conducting root cause investigations using 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and other analytical methodologies to identify underlying causes and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Experience interpreting and applying state and federal regulations to support safe, compliant workplace operations.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role in managing safety programs and implementation
• Proven supervisory and leadership abilities and must work effectively in a team environment to successfully bring about change
• College degree in Business or an Industrial related field is considered an asset and additional safety course work preferred
• Champion of safety at all times and a subject matter expert in OSHA regulations and safety best practices
• Working knowledge of web-based computer applications and Microsoft Office
• Advanced verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills

At Canfor,  we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge . Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.

Why Canfor? We're a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.

Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.

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