HSE Specialist

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

The HSE Specialist is responsible for the day to day implementation and continuous improvement of Health & Safety programs. The Health & Safety Specialist position provides technical and professional support services to operations and reports directly to the local Plant Manager and functionally to the Director of Health, Safety & Environment. This is an on the floor (high visibility / floor presence) position.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary
• Competitive health and benefit plan
• Competitive matched retirement savings program
• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion
• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

WHEN YOU JOIN US YOU WILL BE;

• Actively coaching staff/supervisors/hourly in leadership behaviors to improve communication, safety behaviors and activities on the shop floor to improve and attain a goal of zero incidents.
• Anticipating, identifying and evaluating hazardous conditions and practices. Applying and using hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards and reduce risks in the facility or site. Implementing, administering and advising others on hazard control programs for their respective Plant(s). Plant lead for the proactive application of internal and external standards in support of hazard reduction and compliance.
• Monitoring legislative changes and making recommendations based on their potential impact to the business. PSM - local subject matter expert, supporting the development, review/update as needed JHA’s; SOP’s. Performing safety evaluations, site level self-audits, running site safety committee and ergonomics programs.
• Maintaining working relationships with Regulatory Agencies, to include participation in industry specified organizations.
• Providing hands-on guidance to facility managers & supervisors regarding incident reporting/investigation program to ensure company standards and process are met.
• Reviewing incidents, ensuring Root Cause Analysis is completed to prevent reoccurrence and drive corrective actions through health checks.
• Maintaining facility training calendar and ensuring training records are maintained per regulatory requirements. Facilitating applicable internal facility safety training using appropriate training materials (hands-on, PowerPoints, props, etc.) as scheduled.
• Implementing written EHS programs and company safety policies aligned with jurisdictional requirements. Administering the local hearing conservation program per regulatory requirements.
• Providing internal support for workers’ compensation cases. Acting as facility safety contact for work comp claims questions, interfacing with insurance adjusters, medical professionals and injured workers.
• Managing the plants budgets for health & safety spending. Facilitating new hire safety onboarding for new employees. Maintaining metrics in accordance with company Leadership requirements.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE ;

• Requires a minimum of a BA/BS degree in occupational safety, science, engineering or related discipline
• Three to five years prior experience in a manufacturing setting working in a Health & Safety Role
• Professional EHS certification desired
• Proven Leadership skills in a manufacturing environment.
• A team player who can lead by example and influence.
• Sound, comprehensive knowledge of occupational health, and safety regulations
• Detailed understanding of general industry standards and knowledge of basic health and safety concepts such as hazard & risk assessment, behavior-based safety, machine / equipment safety etc.
• Above average communication skills to enable the transfer of clear and concise information at all levels of the organization. The ability to facilitate the process of learning amongst supervisors and the shop floor.
• Passion for results, strong work ethic and acts with a sense of urgency and purpose balanced with strategic and day-to-day operational intent. Superior analytical skills with the ability to identify problems, resolve issues, mitigate risks, and initiate continuous improvements initiatives.
• Strong understanding of business processes outside specific areas of responsibility. Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities with the ability to make decisions under pressure in an environment of rapid change.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.