Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, American Apparel®, Comfort Colors®, GOLDTOE®, and Peds®. We’ve spent the last four decades perfecting the art of respectful apparel making, and the last 20 years implementing sustainable initiatives throughout our business.

Founded in Canada, we now operate out of roughly 30 locations worldwide across 12 countries and sell our products in 60+ markets globally with $3 billion in sales. Together with our 45,000 employees, we are united in our vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com. 

Responsible for preparation and implementation of plant safety programs. Performs analysis of injuries and lost-time accidents with focus on reduction/avoidance of injuries. Prepares safety documentation for reporting to state and federal agencies. Conducts and ensures all applicable safety training programs for plant is maintained as outlined by company and OSHA regulations.
This opportunity is based in our Sales Marketing and Distribution team. 

The role

• Prepares and conducts plant safety training programs. Performs compliance audits, random inspections and program reviews. Inputs and controls records on these tasks.
• Inputs and provides management with documentation and analysis of safety incidents and recordable injuries while developing action plans to reduce any future incidents.
• Performs and prepares documentation for reporting to state and federal agencies in collaboration with corporate Safety & Compliance management. Inputs and tracks accidents and incidents. Documentation will consist of the OSHA 300 and 300A Logs. Various software will be used.
• Communication to the HR Management and DC Management of health-related issues that may affect the DC workforce and its environment. Keeps up with Workers Comp entries and follows-up on all cases as incidents at assigned facilities.  
• Accompanies employees to W/C appointments when needed and works with local medical group to ensure they receive best medical treatment available. 
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs. 

The responsibility

• University Degree
• 0-3 Years Relevant Experience 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• CPR/First Aid/Blood Borne Pathogen certification and accreditation preferred
• Experience in safety related field within manufacturing and office area environments
• Knowledge of safety related topics including but not limited to: Arc Flash, Haz-Com/SDS, Blood Borne Pathogens, Emergency Evacuation, Workplace Violence, Lock Out/Tag Out, Confined Space
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills needed
• Able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and effectively
• Able to assimilate information rapidly and effectively
• Must be able to work independently and to self-manage coordination duties
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required
• Able to present information to multi-level associates during training presentations
• Able to work in confidential environment 
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team-based environment
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively
• Experience within a manufacturing company supplying product to Retail Customers preferred
• Ability to travel domestically on occasional basis
• Hearing is required in order to hear instructions, receive information from various sources, and understand safety warnings
• Vision is required in order to read instructions, interpret data, and formulate metrics
   

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.

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