Nurse Full-time Job

The Opportunity:

The incumbent will be responsible for the administration of first aid and subsequent treatment to injured or ill employees and will be responsible for WSIB/STD/LTD Case Management.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 08. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Manage and operate the Medical Centre and satellite First Aid Rooms, daily inspection, inventory control and cleanliness.
• Attend to assessment and treatment of ill or injured employees / tend to emergency situations both in the Centre and on the production floor
• Track all first aid incidents as required by Occupational Health and Safety legislation
• Receive and log as required all medical or health professional documentation concerning employees
• Liaise and communicate with all medical and health professionals providing care to employees if that care impacts employee’s capabilities
• Act as the WSIB Program Administrator
  • File Form 7’s
  • Initiate the Return to Work program with the support of Operations and Reliability
  • Keep an up to date Modified Work Tracker to ensure workers are being accommodated appropriately and communicate with the appropriate Team Leaders/Group Leaders/Operations Leaders/Health and Safety if updates are required.
  • Review all accepted WSIB claims for potential of appeal, file appeals and ultimately present submissions in support of the appeal
• Assess all potential new employees via pre-employment medicals and communicate findings if applicable to Human Resources and Health and Safety
• Complete all required documentation for storage of health center records
• Assess demographics of employees and health status of employees and provide no less than 6 health promotion strategies per year based on those demographics
• Assess ergonomics of all plant areas and suggest possible changes to reduce the risk of injury to workers.
• Other duties as required for H&S department

What You’ll Bring:

The successful candidate will be results-oriented, thrive in a fast paced, demanding environment, and have the ability to develop positive working relationships with all employees. Candidates must have:

• Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with high level of accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced changing manufacturing environment
• Ability to take the initiative and problem solve
• Work with minimal supervision and be active team member

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

At Maple Leaf Foods, we make delicious, and sustainable food to nourish Canadian families. We meet the needs of today's evolving palates and offer high-quality meat products, meat that's never been treated with antibiotics and plant-based protein options. Great food that there's no need to feel guilty about.