H&S Coordinator

The Health and Safety Coordinator assists with all aspects of the division’s Occupational Health and Safety programs and ensures compliance with accepted safety standards and applicable legislation.  Provides instruction and training on safe handling of products, materials and/or equipment. Investigates and reports workplace accidents.  Actively participates in the activities of the Joint Health and Safety Committee.  Conducts routine audits to determine the nature and extent of unsafe work practices and recommends corrective action.   Makes recommendations concerning compliance with all applicable Health & Safety regulations.

• Coordinate the responsibilities for improving the quality of work life for all employees with respect to environmental, ergonomic and health and safety programs
• Coordinate accident/incident investigations and provide effective follow-up for corrective actions
• Conduct monthly workplace inspections and ensures compliance with all legal requirements
• Function as a resource to the Joint Health and Safety Committee and coordinate follow-up actions to committee’s recommendations; prepare, post, circulate minutes
• Respond to plant safety concerns and provides counseling for hazard recognition
• Work collaboratively with HR team to support business needs on various H&S, environmental and ergonomic matters
• Ensure H&S Communication boards and electronic outlets are kept up-to-date and relevant
• Participate in new employee orientation – presenting H&S section
• Prepare and present H&S slides in monthly Employee Meetings
• Update H&S, environmental and ergonomic procedures, instructions and forms; ensure control and availability for use, in a timely manner
• Perform review of H&S documentation (policies, WINs, forms) at prescribed intervals
• Facilitate the Ergonomic Program
• Arrange, 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 improvements
• Liaise with Corporate H&S personnel providing divisional data and updates, as needed
• Ensure all Corporate and Legislative audits, submissions and updates are issued on-time and accurately
• Liaise with other departments (e.g. Maintenance) to ensure safety compliance on new equipment
• Maintain First Aid and PPE inventory; order/distribute supplies as needed
• Lead 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 division
• Assist with and/or coordinate the division’s Wellness Program as needed
• Oversee the division’s Accident Investigation process ensuring proper record keeping, follow up and closure
• Administration of claims management (WSIB, RTW programs) along with completing all required WSIB forms in a timely manner and conduct physical demands analysis when required
• Main point of contact for employee annual hearing testing and distribution of results
• Coordinate on-site Flu Shot process when applicable
• Assist with noise and air sampling, as required
• Under the direction of the HR Manager:
  • Complete health and safety risk assessments for all machine and all tasks in the facility
  • Complete hazardous chemical inventory and assessments
  • Assist 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 required
  • Review company H&S policies and procedures and recommend appropriate updates
• As a member of the HR department, assist with social events, or incentive promotional programs
• Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace

Education:
• Minimum completion of Grade 12 diploma
• College/University designation in Occupational or Public Health & Safety
• Joint Health and Safety Certified Member Certification, an asset
• First Aid and CPR Certified

Experience:
• Two + years’ experience working in a Health & Safety role, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Internal Auditing experience, an asset

Skills:
• 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 asset
• Good knowledge of infectious disease protocols in manufacturing
• Good internal auditing knowledge and abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Strong presentation skills, with ability to effectively communicate to large groups
• Strong project management abilities