Marj Wilson, CRSP

Experience

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  Richardson Oil Seeds

  Jun 2000 - Jun 2005

  Production Supervisor

  • Ensured all processes, policies & procedures were adhered to in order to produce a quality product• Monitored operators, lines & equipment for efficiencies/deficiencies & was responsible for ensuring efficiencies were maintained throughout the year, while looking for ways to improve.• Responsible for all aspects of personnel from orientation/training to payroll up to & including hiring & dismissal while maintaining compliance to the Collective Agreement’s guidelines.• Worked closely with the Human Resource Manager, Administrator & Safety Coordinator on various personnel issues, including all aspects of the Modified Return to Work Programs & Worker’s Compensation Board cases.• Key player in the Operator System Training Programs’ documentation, procedure writing & implementation & the team lead for the Safety Committee • Implemented the Premises Section of HACCP in February, 2003 as well as the Premises HACCP Team Leader until July, 2004, HACCP Team Member for the Personnel Section Show less

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  Maple Leaf Foods Inc

  Jan 2006 - Jun 2012

  Health, Safety & Security Manager

  • Provided leadership, direction, coaching, & training to the salaried, union & contract personnel.• As Crisis Committee Chairperson led team through H&S legislated & internal items, policy implementation & revisions, mock disaster scenarios, etc. The committee reviewed Plant, Production, Quality Assurance, Emergency Response, & environmental concerns.• Reviewed, administered & ensured compliance with corporate H&S policies, legislated OHS & WCB regulations. Responsible for Safety program development/implementation/review, auditing of systems (MLF Job Safety Audit, COR- PIR Audit), employee orientation, job rotation, mini-stretch breaks, internal & external training programs implemented & maintained. For example confined space, ER response, forklift training, working at heights, etc. Mentored & coached JHSC members to become internal trainers on various safety courses.• Developed, implemented & reviewed the Supervisor H & S scorecard program for onogin participation, compliance & development of systems. Implemented annual Supervisor Awards dinner; awards based on individual scores.• Reviewed Incident Investigation forms, injury database, & submitted required reports & statistics to both local & corporate management. Completed employers’ WCB reports of incidents, & additional forms sent. Ensured investigation meetings with employees, supervisors, & nurses. Followed-up on health programs such as flu program, hearing tests/sound surveys, pulmonary tests, & mask fittings, etc.• Maintained operational budget while looking for ways to improve/decrease costs & contractual relationships with Security & nursing teams. Scheduled & implemented NAOSH week activities. • Worked closely with Quality Assurance & Human Resource Managers. Performed basic coverage for the Human Resource Department. BRC Committee, HACCP Committee, Environmental Committee, Work Order Committee member. Show less

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  PepsiCo Foods Canada

  Jun 2012 - Nov 2014

  Health, Safety & Risk Manager

  • Build &model a positive safety culture that stimulates, recognizes & values the participation and contribution of all team members.• Educate, train &coach all levels of team members on applicable Health & Safety topics & their responsibilities. Assist with performance management by holding leaders accountable to Health & Safety.• Facilitate the development of applicable documentation/programs for GEHSMS (H&S management system) implementation that lead to sustainable health and safety compliance and performance, monitoring/reporting of H&S performance and driving improvements at the plant/operational level. Provide support, coaching & assistance to leaders during the implementation of the management system.• Report the Safety performance of the site & review of OHS performance indicators. Explain and interpret new & existing Health & Safety requirements, including their impact on the facility.• Collaborate with the Leadership Team to create the Health & Safety budget in regards to risks, gaps, goals, regulation, priorities, & costs to successfully implement the GEHSMS management system.• Manage a recurring process to identify, assess &control hazards/risks & participate in incident investigations, ensuring that root causes are identified & corrective actions are specified.• Establish & maintain organized Health & Safety records including training, hazard/risk assessments, permits, regulatory required medical tests, government required records, workers’ compensation records, incident investigations, hazard/plant/equipment inspections & evaluations, etc..• Develop a safety orientation process for all new & transferred team members and participate in its delivery. Ensure applicable Health & Safety training (or arrange for training) for managers, supervisors & team members is current.• Coordinate & complete a GEHSMS audit process and a COR-PIR audit process, participating in the external audits and/or carrying out the internal audits. Show less

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  HealthyWorker

  Feb 2015 - Oct 2015

  Health & Safety Director

  • Health & Safety Program Assessment and/or Development; develop or confirm policies, procedures and work practices meet internal needs and are in compliance to applicable legislation, regulation, code and/or standard (including the utilization of industry best practices) in preparation for submission to a certifying partner or upcoming internal/external audits. • Assist employers with Incident Management and/or Coaching; investigations, root cause analysis, appropriate control measures, injury/claims management which includes immediate alternate or modified work offers, the return to work process, WCB and STD/LTD Provider interactions.• eCompliance Health & Safety Management System Implementation Specialist; developed and uploaded to the cloud based management system generic policy, program and training documents for companies to implement based on small and/or large employer Certificate of Recognition programs (SECOR/COR) needs. Optic Health & Safety Management system affiliate.• Executive/Supervisory Leadership Coaching; individual roles, responsibilities, accountabilities, authorities and supporting behaviours as well as the due diligence, Hazard Recognition, Assessment & Control, Inspections, Incident Investigation and Injury management processes.• Occupational Health & Safety Mentoring; supporting new safety professionals with all facets of program requirements, needs and supporting behaviours. Develop front lines employee understanding of their role, responsibilities, requirements and rights within the system. • Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) – Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug & Alcohol policy development and implementation compliant to 49 CFR Parts 382 & 40. Show less

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  Marj Wilson Safety Services Ltd.

  Oct 2015 - now

  OHS Consultant

  Assisting Employers on their path to a Positive Health & Safety Culture through a combination of sharing knowledge, experiences, past learning's and best practices!• Health & Safety Management System Program Assessment and/or Development; develop or confirm policies, procedures and work practices meet internal needs and are compliant to applicable legislation, regulation, code and/or standard (including the utilization of industry best practices) in preparation for submission to a certifying partner or upcoming internal/external audits. • Health & Safety Management System Certified External Auditor.• Assist employers with Incident Management and/or Coaching: investigations, root cause analysis, appropriate control measures, injury/claims management which includes immediate alternate or modified work offers, the return to work process, WCB and STD/LTD Provider interactions.• Executive/Supervisory Leadership Coaching; individual roles, responsibilities, accountabilities, authorities and supporting behaviours as well as the Due Diligence, Hazard Recognition, Assessment & Control, Inspections, Incident Investigation and Injury management processes.• Occupational Health & Safety Mentoring; supporting new safety professionals with all facets of program requirements, needs and supporting behaviours. Develop front line employees understanding of their role, responsibilities, requirements and rights within the system. • Health & Safety Awareness Instructor.• Customs - Trade Partnership Against Terrorism program development and implementation. Show less

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  C&A Group of Companies

  Jul 2019 - now

  Safety/HR Manager