Health & Safety Coordinator

Magna-International-6df39721; Concord; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors is seeking a Health & Safety professional to coordinate environmental and ergonomic safety programs within a manufacturing setting. You will lead investigations, conduct inspections, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with HR and the Joint Health & Safety Committee.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in H&S, strong communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and safety software; certification in Joint Health & Safety and First Aid/CPR is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma required; college/university designation in Occupational Health & Safety preferred.
• Joint Health and Safety Certified member; First Aid and CPR certification highly regarded.
• Experience with health & safety programs in manufacturing environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate environmental, ergonomic and health & safety programs to improve employee quality of life.
• Coordinate accident/incident investigations and follow-up actions.
• Conduct monthly workplace inspections and ensure legal compliance.
• Serve as a resource to the Joint Health & Safety Committee and present recommendations.
• Lead ergonomic program; track and log safety trainings; ensure renewals on time (WHMIS, Lock Out, TDG).
• Assist with and coordinate division wellness and WSIB processes; maintain safety documentation.

Skills

MS Office

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Occupational Health & Safety designation

Joint Health and Safety Certified

First Aid & CPR Certification

Tools

HSELinx

Sphera

SharePoint

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.What we offer: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.Group Summary:The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.Job Responsibilities:Wage Range: 65 to 75K annuallyJob is to fill an existing vacancyCoordinate the responsibilities for improving the quality of work life for all employees with respect to environmental, ergonomic and health and safety programsCoordinate accident/incident investigations and provide effective follow-up for corrective actionsConduct monthly workplace inspections and ensures compliance with all legal requirementsFunction as a resource to the Joint Health and Safety Committee and coordinate follow-up actions to committee’s recommendations; prepare, post, circulate minutesRespond to plant safety concerns and provides counseling for hazard recognitionWork collaboratively with HR team to support business needs on various H&S, environmental and ergonomic mattersEnsure H&S Communication boards and electronic outlets are kept up-to-date and relevantParticipate in new employee orientation – presenting H&S sectionPrepare and present H&S slides in monthly Employee MeetingsUpdate H&S, environmental and ergonomic procedures, instructions and forms; ensure control and availability for use, in a timely mannerPerform review of H&S documentation (policies, WINs, forms) at prescribed intervalsFacilitate the Ergonomic ProgramArrange, track and log internal and external Occupational H&S training for employees, ensuring renewals are attained on-time (i.e. WHMIS, Lock Out, TDG, etc.)Conduct with various H&S, environmental and ergonomic audits/inspections and make recommendations for improvementsLiaise with Corporate H&S personnel providing divisional data and updates, as neededEnsure all Corporate and Legislative audits, submissions and updates are issued on-time and accuratelyLiaise with other departments (e.g. Maintenance) to ensure safety compliance on new equipmentMaintain First Aid and PPE inventory; order/distribute supplies as neededLead the division’s Heat Stress process (calculate and post shop Humidex Readings; order and stock for heat stress relief, etc.)Manage the on-site contractor safety process and ensure requirements are up to date; Ensure contractors/visitors receive Division Entry Safety protocols prior to visiting divisionAssist with and/or coordinate the division’s Wellness Program as neededOversee the division’s Accident Investigation process ensuring proper record keeping, follow up and closureAdministration of claims management (WSIB, RTW programs) along with completing all required WSIB forms in a timely manner and conduct physical demands analysis when requiredMain point of contact for employee annual hearing testing and distribution of resultsCoordinate on-site Flu Shot process when applicableAssist with noise and air sampling, as requiredUnder the direction of the HR Manager:Complete health and safety risk assessments for all machine and all tasks in the facilityComplete hazardous chemical inventory and assessmentsAssist with H&S assessments (risk assessments, ergonomics, etc.)Review all lock out tag out postings to ensure compliance to company policy, and replace/update where requiredReview company H&S policies and procedures and recommend appropriate updatesAs a member of the HR department, assist with social events, or incentive promotional programsEducation:Minimum completion of Grade 12 diplomaCollege/University designation in Occupational or Public Health & SafetyJoint Health and Safety Certified Member CertificationFirst Aid and CPR CertifiedExperience:One to two years’ experience working in a Health & Safety role, preferably in a manufacturing environmentInternal Auditing experience, an assetSkills:Thorough knowledge of Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act, regulations, codes and industry standards Strong Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FORMS, TEAMS and Outlook)Familiarity with HSELinx, Sphera, SharePoint, an assetGood knowledge of infectious disease protocols in manufacturingGood internal auditing knowledge and abilitiesStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organizationStrong presentation skills, with ability to effectively communicate to large groupsStrong project management abilitiesCompetencies:Must be able to independently meet deadlines and adhere to timelinesPro-active and dynamic attitude focused on delivering resultsProject oriented with the ability to track and complete projectsAbility to work under minimal supervision while taking direction from experienced colleaguesDiscretion, tact, diplomacy, maturity and attention to detail that are essentialAwareness, Unity, Empowerment:At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.AI-Assisted Screening DisclosureAs part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.Worker Type:Regular / PermanentGroup:Magna Exteriors