EHS Specialist - Oshawa, Canada - Android Industries

Android Industries

Verified Company

Oshawa, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Do you want to work at an organization that is people focused, service minded and results oriented, that offers their customers creative problem solving, progressive solutions, and improved outcome? Then Android Industries may be the place for you.

We are committed to a culture of excellence, with a focus on best practices and continuous improvement.

We understand that our people are our biggest strength, and we know that world-class service happens because of our capable and valued team members.

Whether you are looking for an assembly position or a career in manufacturing management, you can thrive as a member of our team.

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for managing environmental, health, and safety activities and providing technical guidance to improve workplace safety conditions and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead environmental, health, and safety activities through strong leadership and communication.
Ensure legislative compliance with federal, provincial and local regulations.
Lead the local Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) and help to coordinate activities, recommendations, and accountability of issues identified by the team.
Liaise with customer stakeholders and ensure effective communication on relevant matters.
Coordinate and provide environmental health and safety training for team members.
Participate in the new hire orientation program provide environmental health safety training.
Investigate work related injuries and/or illnesses, provide statistical analysis, and assist in the development of effective health and safety countermeasures to continuously improve safety objectives.
Ensure risk and hazard assessments are completed as required.
Complete and update ergonomic assessments on a regular basis.
Lead Safety Observation Tour program, with effective followup.
Coordinate emergency evacuation procedures, training, and practice drills.
Coordinate chemical awareness training and monitor on a continuous basis.
Coordinate and manage hazardous waste program.
Lead facility housekeeping efforts, including third party suppliers, and guide the 5S Program.
Coordinate recycling efforts of all recyclable scrap.
Environmental Responsibilities (as required) ensure all environmental reports are submitted accurately and on time pertaining to areas such as: land; air; water and hazardous waste.
Serve as the ISO 14000 Management Representative.
All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree or technical certifications in related field preferred not required.
JHSC Certification an asset.
Experience: 3+ years' experience in related field and/or automotive manufacturing environment.

TRAVEL:

Travel Required: minimum

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Able to understand Environmental and Safety standards.
Good communication skills including a high level of competency in writing and speaking skills.
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with all team members.
Good organizational and administrative skills.
Strong communication, negotiation, problem solving and teamwork skills.
Open minded, willing to take responsibility, result oriented.
Microsoft Office tools experience.
Demonstrated use of databased decision making and problem solving.

BENEFITS:

Extended Health and Dental Benefits
RRSP Program
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Additional Competitive Benefits

TRAITS/VALUES:

Respect

- integrity

Perseverance
Innovation
Teamwork

Building A Better Culture

We build a better culture by putting people before profit, leading for purpose, passion and performance, and creating an environment devoted to an exceptional experience for our customers and people.

We lead with respect and humility, are aligned to a common purpose, and hold ourselves accountable to embody our values in everything we do.

We foster a commitment to engaging and empowering each person.