Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist

Magna International•Newmarket, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Requirements

Completion of Bachelor’s degree or community college diploma/certificate related to Human Resources Management and Health and Safety.
3 to less than 5 years of work-related experience.
Minimum completion of a post-secondary or diploma in a related field, preferably in occupational Health and Safety and Management.
2 years directly related experience or 5 years related manufacturing experience
Sound Knowledge of all relevant Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
Proficient in office related computer applications (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Powerpoint etc)

Nice To Haves

C.R.S.P (Certified, Registered, Safety, Practitioner), preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors new and revised legislation and ensures Dortec’s compliance to legislated requirements.
Establishes written safety standards, reviews and updates annually to secure compliance with all related legislative requirements and Dortec and Magna policies.
Coordinates activities related to ISO 45001, IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 required Health and Safety procedures and is accountable for successful conformance on all periodic IATF 16949 and Magna Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) audits.
Develops and provides leadership to, the ongoing maintenance, continuous improvement auditing and compliance to the ISO45001 standard and Dortec’s Environmental Management System (EMS).
Provides meaningful statistics and recommendations to management in a timely manner to ensure continued improvement of workplace health, safety, environmental and loss control.
Implements ergonomic assessments and improvements, WSIB claims management and the return to work program, to ensure employees return to their pre-injury duties in a timely manner.
Provides leadership and direction for occupation hygiene concerns, hazardous material management, ergonomics and environmental issues.
Provides leadership to the Joint Health and Safety Committee, (e.g. hazard identification and accident prevention) and coordinates follow-up actions on the committee’s recommendations.
Coordinates the Health and Safety awareness and incentive program, ensuring monthly talks are done effectively.
Prepare month-end reports and charts for monthly QOS reporting.
Reviews all accident/incident investigation and monthly inspection reports and provides leadership in developing corrective action, auditing to ensure closure of required actions.
Liaises with Engineering and Maintenance departments to ensure safety and ergonomic compliance on all new and existing equipment.
Prepare Health, Safety and Environmental training needs analysis, development and presentations to ensure adequate safety awareness at all levels of the organization.
Liaises with the HR team to ensure all job required safety training is complete and up to date.
Conducts formal company EHS orientation as needed.
Maintains strict confidentiality of all information obtained, written or verbal, within the Human Resources Department.
Maintains a professional service-oriented manner within the company and supports the corporate image as per Human Resources departmental objectives and company policies.
Follows and models safe working practices and promotes safety in the workplace.
Performs special projects as assigned.
Perform other duties as required