Safety Coordinator

Metrie; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision insurance

RRSP and DPSP programs

Job summary

Metrie, North America’s largest interior millwork manufacturer and distributor, is seeking a Safety Specialist to support safety initiatives, policy development, and KPI reporting. The role reports to the Director, Manufacturing and involves incident investigation, training, and corrective actions to drive a safe workplace.

Qualified candidates typically hold an EHS degree and have strong writing and verbal communication skills, plus experience in regulatory compliance and data analysis.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or 2-year degree in a safety related (EHS) field from an accredited college or university, previous internship experience recommended.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
• Ability to set priorities and execute problem solving skills
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office tools
• Adherence to organization's security and confidentiality policies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous EHS experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide support for policy and program development and implementation to continue standardization of safety program
• Guide and assist operations personnel in regulatory compliance, incident investigation and analysis, along with the development and implementation of corrective actions
• Create opportunities for individual and small group training (virtually) to drive engagement and culture
• Actively participate in local site safety culture by attending safety meetings, promoting, and supporting safety initiatives
• Have a thorough understanding of EHS principles in order to monitor, analyze, interpret, and report safety related KPIs and metrics
• Continue to mentor and develop competencies in your teams that lead to improved performance in their current role and/or future roles

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

EHS degree or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

North America’s largest manufacturer and distributor of interior millwork producing and selling interior finishings. We have been steadily growing our footprint and industry leadership for nearly 100 years. Established in 1926, still owned by the founding family, we continue to have the same focus on product excellence and a superior customer experience. We help people transform houses into homes. You’ve probably seen our products in the media featured on tv shows and magazines such as HGTV, Style At Home and House & Home, or by one of our Instagram influencers.

Why should you work for Metrie? With us, you’re more than just a number. We work hard to create a home for our Metrie family where you are empowered to be your best every day. Your contributions matter to us! We take pride in our culture of learning, ownership, and one team, and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

What You’ll Do

The Safety Specialist is responsible for supporting a variety of safety and health initiatives and projects which include developing, coordinating, and performing safety training for the organization, providing support for program and policy development, and ensuring regulatory and organizational standards are being met. Additionally, this position requires a thorough understanding of EHS principles to support EHS initiatives, KPIs and metrics, and incident investigation and root cause analysis.

The Safety Specialist reports to the Director, Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Provide support for policy and program development and implementation to continue standardization of safety program
• Guide and assist operations personnel in regulatory compliance, incident investigation and analysis, along with the development and implementation of corrective actions
• Create opportunities for individual and small group training (virtually) to drive engagement and culture
• Actively participate in local site safety culture by attending safety meetings, promoting, and supporting safety initiatives
• Have a thorough understanding of EHS principles in order to monitor, analyze, interpret, and report safety related KPIs and metrics
• Continue to mentor and develop competencies in your teams that lead to improved performance in their current role and/or future roles

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or 2-year degree in a safety related (EHS) field from an accredited college or university, previous internship experience recommended.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
• Ability to set priorities and execute problem solving skills
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office tools
• Adherence to organization's security and confidentiality policies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous EHS experience is a plus

What you’ll enjoy

• Competitive pay range
• Working for a well-established leader in the industry
• Benefits: health, dental and vision
• RRSP and DPSP programs

In adherence to the principle of pay transparency, we are pleased to disclose the base pay for this full‑time position at Metrie. The base pay range for this role is set at 60,000−70,000. It is important to note that this position may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or commission payments. The specific base pay within the range will be contingent upon an individual's skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location. Furthermore, it is essential to highlight that our remuneration ranges are established based on the role, level, and location.

Metrie embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and customers belong. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team.

Metrie conducts pre‑employment screening including but not limited to background checks and drug testing for all final candidates. All applications will be independently reviewed. We are an E‑Verify employer.