Formet Industries is a division of Magna International Inc.; a leading global supplier of technologically advanced automotive systems, components and complete modules. As the most diversified automotive components supplier in the world, Magna designs, engineers, and manufactures a complete range of exterior and interior vehicle systems.  Magna’s customers, the major automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), recognize the Company for its innovative technology and product design and total vehicle program management.

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the support of the Health and Safety team as well as the Health Centre, Engineering and Production teams, to ensure that injuries are prevented through improved ergonomics, while maintaining, if not improving quality and productivity.  The ergonomics coordinator will carry out a wide variety of duties for the Human Resources Department with a focus on Team Member relations and quality of work life.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in Ergonomics, Occupational Biomechanics, Human Kinetics,  or Kinesiology
• Must be motivated and have the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Knowledge of anthropomentrics, as well as various ergonomic assessment methods e.g. Snook/Mital, RULA, biomechanical modelling software, NIOSH Eq’n, Moore-Garg Strain Index, Energy Expenditure, etc.
• Knowledge of O.H.S.A
• Working knowledge of Office Software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Must possess interpersonal and  leadership skills, and maturity of judgement
• Through understanding of ergonomic engineering design.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Microsoft office  
• Design analysis
• WSIB legislation
• WSIB claims management/NEER statements
• Medgate software
• Ergonomic Software
• Injury cost analysis
• Risk assessment
• Record maintenance

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects the Formet expectations, Formet’s Visions/Values through Magna’s Employee Charter.
•  Follow and abide by all government, Legal, Magna and Formet rules and regulations.
• 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.
• Ensure accurate, timely submission of WSIB written documentation as required.
• Carry out claim reviews, follow up, reports for WSIB consultation and Formet’s Leadership Team, and HR, etc.
• Record keeping into Medgate software of all injury records.
• Maintain and enhance the Physical Demands Description database.
• Act as a supporting resource to the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Provide the appropriate ergonomics training to necessary members of the production staff.
• Ensure compliance in all Ergonomics areas of the Magna Health and Safety Audit.
• Conduct workplace risk assessments on existing equipment and work processes (for both production and office workstations) using tools that identify ergonomic hazards.  Assist in the development of corrective actions and cost-justify any recommended changes.
• Maintains business files, statistical reports and records.
• Organizational abilities necessary to effectively schedule appointments and meetings; prepare for meetings; make travel arrangements and reservations; receive visitors and route mail.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.
• Assist with the environmental, health and safety program.
• Perform other duties as required.

Please submit your resume to recruiting@formet.com

Only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in Formet Industries.