Vitrum Glass Group is recognized for its strong market presence and commitment to quality manufacturing. With steady growth and a focus on operational excellence, the company provides a reliable and supportive workplace. Team members are encouraged to develop their skills in an environment built on respect, collaboration, and high performance.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Drug coverage, a RRSP matching plan, and all safety and personal protective equipment.
The “EHS Coordinator” is responsible for monitoring, assessing hazardous and unsafe situations, and develops measures to assure employee safety. In this role you will be responsible for auditing production, be on the lookout for any unsafe behavior or breaks in regulation. You will create analytical reports as they directly relate to safety data. The Safety Officer ensures the Site Safety and Health Plan is prepared and implemented and that there is safety messages outlined in each Incident Action Plan.
Duties include:
- Auditing production, keeping on the lookout for any unsafe behavior or breaks in regulations
- Assessing risk and possible safety hazards of all aspects of operations
- Creating analytical reports of safety data
- Inspecting production equipment and processes to make sure they are safe
- Ordering repairs for unsafe and/or damaged equipment
- Focusing on prevention by keeping up with equipment maintenance and employee training
- Presenting safety principles to staff in meetings or lecture-type training sessions
- Participating in continuing education to update knowledge of health and safety protocols and techniques
- Determining whether the finished product is safe for customers
- Creating safety plans that include suggested improvements to existing infrastructure and business processes
- Sharing information, suggestions, and observations with project leadership to create consistency in safety standards throughout the production team and the entire company
- Meeting company health and safety goals
- Investigating causes of accidents and other unsafe conditions on the job site
- Liaising with law enforcement and other investigators who are present at the time of a serious accident
- Finding the best way to prevent future accidents
- Reviewing and reporting on the staff's compliance with health and safety rules and recommending commendations or dismissal based on performance
- Responsible for all aspects of the Health and Safety Committee.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Carrying out post incident analysis
- Establishing workplace safety and health committees
- Knowledge of decontamination procedures
- Knowledge of good safety practices
- Developing Emergency procedures
- Ability to maintain effective work relationships with people from all social backgrounds
Qualifications:
- Degree, MSc or Postgraduate Diploma recognized by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
- Approved Degree-level qualification through National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH) considered a definite asset
- 2+ years of experience in Health, Safety, Regulations, Education, Risk Assessment, Analysis, Auditing, Inspection, Communication and Corporate Responsibility in a Manufacturing environment preferred
Equity Statement: Vitrum™ Glass Group is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our goal is to create an inclusive, accessible environment for our candidates and employees that reflects the communities in which we operate. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We welcome Indigenous, newcomers, and people with disabilities to apply for this position.
