EHS Manager

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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
Job Responsibilities:
What we offer:
At Magna, we invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Benefits:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription• Short and Long term disability• Company paid life insurance and AD&D coverage• 401k with a company match• Flexible Spending Account• H.S.A (with qualifying medical plan)• Profit Sharing (after 2 years service)• Plant Quarterly Bonus opportunity• Safety Shoe Allowance• Vacation (based on length of service)• 10 Paid Holidays• 3 Paid Personal Days, 1 sick day• Tuition Reimbursement• Magna Family Scholarship Program
Group Summary:
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Degree or Diploma in Health & Safety and/or Environmental Studies or Ergonomic related field or equivalent work experience.
• Three (3) to five (5) years experience in the above disciplines in the automotive or related manufacturing industry.
• Proficient computer skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Microsoft Project. Ability to create spreadsheets, and enter into, and understand, complex spreadsheets and advanced Excel functions.
• Must be detail oriented and particularly attentive to producing accurate work.
• Understanding of plant operations and process flow as related to Health, Safety, Ergonomic and Environmental requirements.
• Ability to work well in a fast paced environment and with a variable workload
• Strong organizational, planning, written, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate a maturity of judgement, leadership skills, attention to detail and exceptional organizational, listening, communication and presentation skills in all aspects of the job function.
• Excellent math skills with the ability to apply to cost and analyze data.
• Ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment in order to meet customer requirements
• Must be able to interact effectively with other team members
• Able to appreciate and maintain proper level of confidentiality, using discretion and tact.

DUTIES:

• Effectively works to resolve issues and communicate information pertaining to employee concerns with respect to a Safe and Healthful workplace and Environmental responsibilities and issues.
• Acts as a resource/consultant to all Leaders to ensure the fair and reasonable implementation and interpretation of governmental legislation, and divisional/Magna policies and procedures.
• Manages industrial environment aspects of the work site; eg. all, but not limited to: waste/by-product analysis for required disposal, emission discharge approvals, emergency preparedness and response plan, etc.
• Works with contractors to ensure compliance in environmental/health and safety policy and procedures
• Maintains environmental management system, and the health, safety & ergonomic management system (including budgeting requirements) and subsequent Magna/ISO14001 standards requirements in obtaining and retaining the divisions' registration/certification. Reports on aspects of the health, safety environmental management system to the management team, I.e. corrective actions, continuous improvement programs.
• Manages the health and safety/environmental legislative compliance and acts as a liaison with government agencies and corporate, in the interest of the company's health and safety/environmental affairs.
• Manages and administers professional services to ensure the obtaining and maintenance of accurate records, including certificates and permits, etc., to have the ability to provide documentation and accountability in support of investigative findings and conclusions.
• Calculates and reports sample findings factually, and reports finding and recommendations to division HR Manager/AGM/GM and Magna as required.
• Participates and collaborates in audits and follows-up with corrective actions.
• Assists in coordinating of health, safety, ergonomic and environmental training of personnel as it pertains to their position.
• Champions and mentors the Joint Health, Safety, Ergonomic & Environmental Committee; and makes recommendations as required.
• Assists with the development and maintenance of the divisions' health, safety, ergonomic and environmental policies/procedures and ensures communication of same through various means of communication i.e. Employee meetings, brochures, memo notices, electronic methods, etc.
• Participates in the investigation of accidents/incidents and follows up with the applicable leader to ensure completion of recommendations. Cooperates in the preparation of material/evidence for use in hearings and insurance investigations.
• Oversees the administration of the divisional workers' compensation program to minimize expense; actively manage cases for expedient return to work; represents the division in workers' compensation litigation (with Corporate assistance).
• Analysis of health, safety, ergonomic and environmental statistics and makes recommendations as required.
• Promotes/recommends continuous improvement suggestions including environment, people, processes and equipment/machinery.
• Coordinates the selection of personal protective equipment (PPE) and appropriate fit testing of same. Works with Purchasing to obtain the best price and develop cost reduction strategies.
• Assists implementation of 5S practices of the division.
• Complies with, supports and models MSC's operational procedures/policies, Employee Handbook, and Magna's Employee's Charter, Corporate Constitution, and Operational Principles.
• Complies with relevant Quality and Environmental programs (e.g. TS16949, ISO14001).
• Complies with all Health and Safety programs in accordance with OSHA. Follows and ensures Company procedures regarding safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Other duties as required.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Seating