Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Zurn Elkay (Elkay Manufacturing); Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Educational Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to support the Mississauga manufacturing facility and Brampton distribution center. The role focuses on developing and administering EH&S programs, promoting a proactive safety culture, and ensuring compliance with OHSA, MECP, and CSA standards.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in safety or environmental science and 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental science, or closely related field.
• 1–3 years of EHS experience, preferably in manufacturing or distribution environments.
• Attention to detail and ability to analyze data to draw sound conclusions.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to participate in team processes, influence team engagement, and drive decisions.
• Knowledge of current safety and loss control practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve environmental, health, and safety programs and systems.
• Work with site leadership to promote proactive EH&S culture and risk reduction.
• Ensure compliance with OHSA, MECP, and CSA standards through program execution.
• Support LOTO, WHMIS, Emergency Response, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, and other programs.
• Assist WSIB processes including claims management and return-to-work coordination.
• Participate in JHSC activities and maintain required certification.
• Conduct incident investigations and perform root cause analysis with corrective actions.
• Coordinate NPRI reporting, hazardous waste management, and ECA compliance.
• Deliver EH&S training and orientation for new hires.
• Maintain EH&S records, data, and reporting systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team engagement

Safety practices

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety or environmental science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you're ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

The EHS Specialist supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs and systems that promote operational excellence. This role works closely with site leadership to foster a proactive and engaged safety culture focused on risk reduction and loss prevention. The EHS Specialist assists in ensuring compliance with applicable legislative, corporate, and industry standards through effective program execution, monitoring, and follow-up.

The role will provide support to both the Mississauga manufacturing facility and Brampton distribution center.

• Possess working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) regulations, and applicable Canadian Standards Association (CSA) standards.
• Support the implementation and ongoing administration of safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), WHMIS, Emergency Response, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, and other compliance-related programs.
• Assist with Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) processes, including claims management, return-to-work coordination, and loss prevention initiatives.
• Participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) activities and maintain required certification.
• Conduct incident investigations, document findings, support root cause analysis efforts, and assist in identifying corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate environmental compliance activities, including National Pollutant Release Inventory (NPRI) reporting, hazardous waste management, Environmental Compliance Approvals (ECA), and other applicable regulatory reporting requirements.
• Deliver and support new-hire orientation and EH&S training programs.
• Partner with site leadership and employees to promote a proactive EH&S culture focused on incident prevention, employee engagement, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in developing and implementing site-specific EH&S objectives and action plans.
• Monitor, maintain, and report EH&S performance metrics, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Conduct compliance assessments, inspections, and internal audits to support adherence to regulatory and company requirements.
• Support site leadership in the implementation and closure of EH&S action items and operational controls.
• Develop, deliver, and coordinate EH&S training materials and resources.
• Maintain EH&S records, databases, reporting systems, and documentation.
• Support incident investigation processes utilizing tools such as 5-Why root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
• Coordinate required regulatory testing, training, industrial hygiene assessments, and other EH&S compliance activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited university with a major in occupational safety, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• 1-3 years of relevant EHS experience, preferably in manufacturing or distribution environments.
• Attention to detail and capability to analyze data and make sound conclusions.
• Strong aptitude for organization, prioritization and managing multiple tasks.
• Ability to actively participate in team-oriented processes, influence team engagement and to drive team decision making to conclusions/solutions.
• Knowledge of current safety and loss control practices is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

The expected base salary range for this position is $$70,253 and $91,330 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The compensation range(s) identified below are a good faith estimate of the salary expected to be paid as performed from these locations. Actual salaries may vary based on compensable factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, education and training, and other relevant business and organizational factors. Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Competitive vacation policy
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• DCPP with eligible matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan - purchase company stock at a discount!

Zurn Elkay is an equal opportunity employer who provides an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process.