Health & Safety Specialist

Magna International•Mississauga, ON

4d•CA$80,000 - CA$95,000

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. Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of application of Federal/Provincial Regulations Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, (OH&SA), Canada Standards Act (CSA), Environmental Standards, Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Workers’ Compensation Standards Act as well as any other applicable regulations to meet H&S/Environment Regulations.
Thorough knowledge of all related reporting obligations for H&S,Enviro, Ergo, WSIB
Effective time management, organizational and problem solving skills
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills, including the ability to effectively transfer knowledge to a diverse group of learners
Must be able to work independently, source and vet vendors
Must be able to coach, facilitate and influence a cultural and behavioral change in the workplace
Demonstrated capacity to work in a team, provide situational leadership
Undergraduate degree in related field preferred in order to perform all aspects of tasks.
Minimum 5 years progressive health & safety experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills coupled with expert Excel, Word, Database capabilities
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Fluent in English both written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Industrial Ergonomics, desired

Responsibilities

Implements and maintains all Health & Safety / Environmental policies and procedures as per the OH&S and other relevant Federal, Provincial or internal requirements.
Champions the H&S, Environmental, Ergonomics Assessment and related Inspections and Audits and resulting Action Plans.
Champions the HWIN (Waste Manifests, account upkeep with the Ministry etc.), NPRI, TRA, ECA applications / upkeep, including all legal aspects & reporting of all of the same.
WSIB claims and lost time statistics and timely submission of the WSIB Form 7, applications for SIEF addressing objections and follow-up.
Make studies and analyses of industrial accident causes and hazards to health for use by company personnel and outside agencies.
Inspect or tour organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, and recommends corrective or preventative measures where indicated.
Active member of Magna Safety Group ensuring compliance with WSIB Work well Audit and practices, communication of Best Practices, attends all meetings
Arranges H&S / Ergonomics Meetings, notifies members, participates as a Joint Health & Safety member, as well as sets up / records meeting minutes / initiates monthly workplace inspections.
Sets up / ensures completion of Workplace Inspections for all departments.
Assist in monitoring contracts for employee PPE including uniforms, safety glasses, earplugs etc.
Arranges / delivers in house Safety / Environment/Ergonomic training.
Maintains / updates online SDS, providing hard copy for easy access ensuring compliance and accurate purchasing process has been followed
Demonstrates Continuous Improvement through investigating / recommending Best Practices for all areas of Ergonomics / Safety / Environment in order to put in place once established system decided upon.
Sets example, enforces, and takes a proactive approach to enforce safe working conditions for all employees.
Maintains / updates any binders / databases for Safety / Environment / Ergonomics including preparation and submission of reports / Action Plans as per Audit / Inspection requirements.
Maintains and updates safety / environment training matrix, records requirements / dates of courses and books / notifies employees accordingly.
Cross-functional training of tasks in Human Resources Department.
Perform all Supervisory duties in a safe manner in accordance with Section 27 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations for Industrial Establishment.
Perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with Section 28 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations for Industrial Establishments.
Continuously adhere to and apply the Magna Employee’s Charter, the Magna Corporate Constitution, and the Magna Operational Principles in all aspects of position and interaction with others.
Effective use of Meadowvale’s Escalation Process.
Compliance to IATF customer requirements
Attends all scheduled meetings and training.
Understands and follows established rules, procedures and policies relating to position.
Ensure a safe working environment by observing safe work practices and by following all safety policies and procedures.
Other duties that may be assigned.