Environmental, Health & Safety Co-Op (Supports EHS Lead)
Description
Are you a motivated and enthusiastic student looking to gain hands-on experience in your field of study? We have an exciting opportunity for a co-op position that will allow you to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting. As a co-op student, you will work closely with our team on various projects, gaining valuable insights and skills that will enhance your career prospects. This role offers a unique chance to learn from experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful work, and build a strong foundation for your future career. If you are eager to learn, grow, and make a difference, we encourage you to apply!
Scope: Provide support to the EHS Lead.
Skills and Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and/or Environmental regulations is preferred, but not required
- Other students accepted who are interested in learning about Environmental, Health and Safety Management
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Strong computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to be flexible in day-to-day activities
General Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance of plant programs, policies, and procedures with respect to Environmental, Health & Safety regulations and Corporate policies and procedures
- Maintain all 14001/45001 standard documents, and other EHS-related documents
- Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) systems, Contractor Database system, STP Compliance and other databases
- Conduct risk assessments
- Conduct weekly safety walks of the labs
- Maintain monthly EH&S metrics
- Administration of audit findings
- Maintain EH&S-related matrices, such as the training matrix
- Facilitate relevant EH&S training, as assigned by the EH&S Lead, or their designee
- Coordinate the site Carbon Neutral team, and maintain documentation of initiatives and projects
- Assist in the developing and implementation of new programs and relevant training presentations
- Administrative duties include setting workers up with relevant personal protective equipment, upload and maintenance of EH&S-related documents
- Back-up for the EH&S Lead
- Perform other duties as requested by the EHS Lead.
- Responsible to protect own health and safety by working in compliance with established safe work practices and procedures
- Responsible for looking for new ways to improve safety, quality and productivity.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Attend monthly EHS, ISO, 5S, and other related activities as assigned by the EH&S Lead
Other General Duties
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; able to build trust and foster close working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization
- Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge
- Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
- Promote and seek excellence in all aspects of business.
- Comply with the designated IATF 16949 and ISO 14001/45001 responsibilities, Health &Safety (H&S) rules and practices, Hanon Systems policies, procedures and practices
- Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect
- Maintain and follow all OSHA/MIOSHA/ISO and Hanon Systems policies and procedures for a safe and healthy work environment