Health & Safety Specialist

MEDA Engineering and Technical Services, LLC; Windsor; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 manufacturing supplier is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to ensure compliance with regulations and implement various ISO standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree and have at least 5 years in a manufacturing or automotive environment, showcasing strong leadership and communication skills. This position requires a proactive approach in improving EHS performance metrics and managing training programs.

Benefits

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Health & Safety, Environmental, Engineering or related experience in a manufacturing/automotive environment.
• Strong understanding of Federal, State, Provincial and Local regulations and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer standardized E2HS processes for compliance.
• Conduct regular audits of E2HS processes.
• Coordinate all regulatory issues and communication with the EHS Manager.

Skills

Strong understanding of Federal, State, Provincial and Local regulations

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite

Willingness to work on any shift and additional hours

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Safety, Engineering, Science or related field

Job description

Our client, a leading Tier 1 manufacturing supplier is looking for an Health & Safety Specialist (Environmental) to join their team

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and administer standardized E2HS processes to ensure compliance to Federal, Provincial and Local regulations as well as Corporate Policies and Procedures
• Contribute to the achievement of world class status and corporate savings by minimizing electricity use, environmental impacts and occupational injuries and illnesses
• Focus on implementing ISO 50001, 14001, 45001 with the support of corporate specialists and plant staff
• Ensure day to day compliance with regulations
• Coordinate all regulatory issues and communication with the EHS Manager
• Work with EHS Manager to adopt and implement appropriate protocols and procedures to implement and maintain ISO 50001, 14001, 45001
• Conduct regular audits of E2HS processes and perform necessary follow up to ensure compliance and advise plant leadership and corporate EHS staff of findings
• Maintain accurate and complete records to demonstrate compliance with requirements
• Respond to and investigate plant injuries and concerns. Identify deficiencies, assign responsibility and track implementation of countermeasures
• Lead the risk assessment process
• Chair JHSC committee
• Issue monthly safety talks
• Lead industrial hygiene assessments and sampling
• Participate in new and modified equipment programs from the concept stage through delivery to ensure that E2HS design specifications and regulations are included (PHSR, SMI-105 etc.)
• Ensure ergonomic processes integrated in an appropriate manner
• Coordinate with HR to implement E2HS training programs and training assessments to ensure required training is identified and conducted
• Manage routine reports including data acquisition, documentation, record keeping, monitoring, review, and approval
• Coordinate communication of EHS regulatory inspection activity with plant leadership
• Identify, lead and drive E2HS projects to improve EHS key performance metrics

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Safety, Engineering, Science or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of Health & Safety, Environmental, Engineering or related experience in a manufacturing/automotive environment
• Strong understanding of Federal, State, Provincial and Local regulations and requirements
• Willingness to work on any shift and additional hours as required
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite and/or other software

MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates.

MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.

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