HSSE Coordinator

The Opportunity :

The HSSE Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading all Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) programs at the plant to ensure compliance with company policies, as well as state and federal regulations. This role oversees the administration, continuous improvement, and maintenance of the Health and Safety Management System, Security protocols, and Environmental Compliance measures.

The HSSE Coordinator partners with plant leadership to provide coaching, training, and guidance to ensure consistent application of HSSE programs across all functions. This position also drives initiatives focused on employee wellness, environmental stewardship, and safety culture, fostering safer, healthier, and more efficient ways of working.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 20. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy : Existing Headcount

Base Salary : $46, - $69, CAD base pay annually

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life :

• Develop and maintain appropriate Health & Safety policies and procedures to support the Health and Safety program in compliance with corporate guidelines, directives and legislative regulations
• Promote health and safety awareness in the workplace and encourage and support efforts regarding the identification and resolution of health and safety suggestions and identified hazards
• Lead the Joint Health & Safety committee, including the co-ordination of monthly meetings, workplace inspections, distribution of meeting minutes and appropriate investigation and follow-up on all issue
• Provide specialist advice to and support the operations team on all relevant plant safety issues such as lockout, confined space, job safety analysis, machine guarding, slips, trips and falls, etc.
• Support and participate in all internal safety audits
• Investigate all reported incidents, accidents and injuries and ensure adequate follow up
• Manage the Return to Work program for employees injured on the job to facilitate a safe and timely return to work
• Liaise with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board in the management of any ongoing WSIB claims
• Co-ordinate the WHMIS program which includes management of MSDS data and employee training
• Develop and maintain an effective Ergonomics program to reduce the frequency and severity of strain injuries and to detect early signs of problems with recommended solutions to management
• Co-ordinate safety training initiatives for all employees, including management, supervisory and plant personnel
• Co-ordinate the safety orientation program for all new employees, both hourly and salary
• Ensure that appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as safety glasses, footwear and safety aprons are being used as required and that company supplies PPE is readily available
• Coordinate the Emergency Response Team and ensure that appropriate training is conducted regarding Crisis Response and plant evacuation
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external contractors during inspections or safety audits.
• Promote continuous improvement through safety campaigns, audits, and employee engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the plant’s overall HSSE objectives
• Develop and maintain appropriate Health & Safety policies and procedures to support the Health and Safety program in compliance with corporate guidelines, directives and legislative regulations
• Promote health and safety awareness in the workplace and encourage and support efforts regarding the identification and resolution of health and safety suggestions and identified hazards

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