Company Profile

Dynacast Peterborough is known for its multi-slide technology, standard die casting with integrated automation, and IMA (Injected Metal Assembly) precision zinc manufacturing. IMA offers a unique process where precision tooling is combined with metal alloys and is used to join multiple components into a ready-to-use assembly with a single operation. Dynacast Peterborough is dedicated to designing, building, manufacturing, and delivering quality die cast components. Below are additional details about what is offered at the Peterborough location:

• 40 multi-slide proprietary zinc die casting machines ranging from 12 to 21 tons
• Five multi-slide proprietary zinc die casting machines ranging from 70 to 200 tons
• Injected Metal Assembly (IMA) up to one ton
• Precision tool building with in-house capabilities
• Design, prototyping, and modeling services
• Wide range of finishing surfaces available including tumbling, polishing, shot blasting and thermal de-burring
• Cosmetic or protective coating equipment either through certified suppliers or in-house
• Wide range of secondary operations including CNC machining, tapping, reaming, and drilling

About the Role:

This position is responsible for coordinating all Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives in the plant to ensure compliance with Dynacast policies and procedures as well as legislative requirements. The EHS Coordinator will champion an overall health and safety culture for all employees.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Drive the development of a culture based on ownership and accountability to increase health and safety awareness;

• Perform regular risk assessments/audits to identify safety risks and put corrective actions in place to control those risks, ensuring follow up and sustainability of actions;

• Develop and maintain an EHS program, including training, policy development/implementation, and promoting EHS awareness. Monitor legislative changes and update EHS program as required to ensure ongoing compliance;

• Lead the Company's implementation and sustainment of ISO 14001;

• Facilitate new employee orientation/on-boarding at all levels of the organization;

• Coordinate and/or administer Health and Safety training for all employees through internal and external providers, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with legislated requirements;

• Act as a Certified Management member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee, schedule meetings, prepare agenda and minutes, and follow open items to conclusion;

• Assist in the investigation of accidents or near misses, complete a root cause analysis and coordinate required support to correct the hazard;

• Oversee employee safety eyewear and safety footwear PPE programs, while educating supervisors and enforcing compliance with all PPE requirements;

• Administer EHS programs and activities such as Work Refusals and Emergency/Disaster plans;

• Participate in weekly Gemba walks with members of the Management team, as well as plant audits;

• Provide support in handling issues arising from Ministry of Labour and Ministry of Environment inspections, when required;

• Liaise with the WSIB on injury claims and modified work assignments;

• Ensure that all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws/regulations are followed while consistently promoting and enforcing all company policies and procedures;

• Prepare EHS metrics and KPI's on a monthly or as-needed basis; Other duties, as required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience in an Environmental Health and Safety role in a manufacturing environment;
• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Safety, Engineering, Science or related field;
• Strong understanding and application of legislated safety regulations and requirements;
• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex problems independently, with a high level of critical thinking;
• Knowledge of EHS Management systems including ISO 14001;
• Ability to analyze and evaluate options, solutions, and exercise judgement in making sound decisions;
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
• Familiarity with ergonomics principles and assessments;
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Smartsheet software considered an asset;
• Self-motivated with a "can do" attitude.

Dynacast Ltd. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should any applicant require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources in your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the role, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Peterborough, ON K9J6X7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work

Work Location: In person