Health & Safety Coordinator

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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 annually

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

Education

Minimum completion of Grade 12 diploma

College/University designation in Occupational or Public Health & Safety

Joint Health and Safety Certified Member Certification

First Aid and CPR Certified

Experience

One to two years’ experience working in a Health & Safety role, preferably