Health and Safety Professional

5 days ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Flex-N-Gate Full time
Job Title: Health & Safety Coordinator

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in Automotive News. A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Job Summary

The Health & Safety Coordinator is responsible for performing H&S related duties on a professional level. This role reports directly to the Plant Manager, and will work closely with plant supervisors and managers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Responsible for safety orientation, safety training, job site inspections and reporting.
  • Maintain awareness of amendments to the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations, and make recommendations for their implementation.
  • Perform job site safety compliance inspections including hazard analysis, safe work procedures, written reports and recommendations.
  • Responsible for monitoring adherence to the company safety program by all employees and subcontractors.
  • Research, plan, organize and conduct training programs/seminars for supervisors and field employees, with regard to WHMIS, Fall Protection, Orientation, Personal Protection Equipment, CPR/First Aid, industry specific related issues, etc.
  • Ensure the timely completion of accident/injury reporting to Corporate Office.
  • Plan, design, develop, implement, and evaluate departmental occupational safety programs.
  • Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace, conduct and coordinate on-site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices. Provide advice and counseling for all compliance regulations.
  • Ability to influence management and other employee groups on a broad range of occupational safety issues and decisions.
  • Conduct occupational safety training for various workgroups, including evaluation and modification of programs to meet local, provincial, and federal OHSA requirements.
  • Coordinate inspections, investigations, and occupational safety activities with departments.
  • Direct and review the analysis of accident and injury data, identifying the needs for new or modified occupational safety programs.
  • Research occupational safety information to assure the best available methods and equipment are adopted to minimize the hazards in the work place.
  • Advise on improvements in tracking and reporting procedures.
  • Lead and/or participate on teams with safety, technical, management, and other team members.
  • Periodically act as a team leader to special task forces or teams.
  • Provide direction and/or guidance to less experienced occupational safety personnel.
  • Provide training to managers and others on occupational safety issues.
Requirements
  • S./B.A. degree in related field or Two (2) years experience in health and safety in a manufacturing environment.
  • Required for the position skills in basic mathematics, organizational, communication (verbal and written).
  • Ability to effectively prioritize, show initiative, and work independently.
  • Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects.
  • Safety certification training is considered a strong asset.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations and workers compensation legislation.
  • Working towards certification, or already certified, under the Occupational Health & Safety Act/Regulations is considered an asset.
Work Environment
  • This job operates in an office and plant environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.
  • Able to maneuver around the plant floor to conduct tours, rapport building, and employee discussions.
  • Ability to work inside and outside, in cold and hot environments.
Physical Demands
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.
  • Physical ability to lift 25lbs.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/ Expected Hours of work
  • This is a full-time, salaried position. It is expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.
  • Must be flexible with hours and days to accommodate our multi-shift workforce. Overtime may be required from time to time.
What We Offer
  • Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement.
  • Paid holidays and vacation time.

We are an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.



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