Health and Safety Coordinator - Ergonomics

This position is responsible for the support of the Health and Safety, Health Centre, Engineering and Production teams, to ensure that injuries are prevented through improved ergonomics. The successful incumbant will carry out a wide variety of duties for the Human Resources Department with a focus on quality of work life.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in Ergonomics, Occupational Biomechanics, Human Kinetics, or Kinesiology.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working as an Ergonomist or Health and Safety Representative.
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset. (automotive preferred)
• Knowledge of anthropometrics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects the core values of the organization
• Follow and abide by all government, Legal rules and regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.
• Receive, follow up, and direct or respond to Team Member queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Support the Engineering teams through proactive design analysis and Ergonomics recommendations of new and current processes.
• Promote ergonomics at the design, implementation and operational stages of all work processes.
• Help define Modified Work and Return to Work plans.
• Ensure accurate, and timely submissions of all WSIB required documentation.
• Carry out claim reviews including follow up, including reports for WSIB,
• Act as a supporting resource to the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Provide the appropriate training to all Team Members.
• Perform other duties as designated.

ENVIRONMENT:

• Office and Manufacturing Environments
• Able to work shift work.
• Able to be flexible in hours of work in order to meet internal/external customer requirements (scheduled and non-scheduled overtime shifts, etc.)

Qualified applicants please put your resume in Word format to Steve Elliott at steve.elliott@expresspros.com