Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

The person in this position plays a key role in the prevention and management of occupational health and safety. Primarily working in the field, they serve as a resource for teams by providing coaching, guidance, and support in the implementation of OHS best practices.

More specifically, the OHS Coordinator – Plants will be responsible for:

• Maintain a regular on-site presence with production teams to observe work methods, identify hazardous situations, provide OHS coaching, intervene promptly when necessary, and promote the adoption of best practices in occupational health and safety;
• Develop, review, and implement occupational health and safety (OHS) policies, procedures, and action plans;
• Coordinate the plants’ OHS prevention program and ensure its monitoring and continuous improvement;
• Conduct risk assessments and develop task safety analyses to identify priorities for action and recommend preventive and corrective measures;
• Conduct plant visits (Victoriaville and Châteauguay), workplace inspections, and OSH audits to promote a safe and compliant work environment;
• Manage, update, and monitor documentation related to the OHS program;
• Compile, analyze, and present OHS performance indicators—including accidents, incidents, occupational illnesses, and near-misses to management and OHS committees;
• Coordinate the Health and Safety Committee (HSC), including preparing meetings, following up on agreed-upon actions, and implementing recommendations;
• Develop, coordinate, and monitor training programs, including logistics, registration, and maintaining up-to-date training records;
• Ensure that employees have the training and certifications required to perform their duties safely;
• Collaborate with the human resources team to integrate and support foreign workers, particularly in the areas of training, evaluation, and communication;
• Perform any other related tasks associated with the position.

• Have a degree in occupational health and safety (bachelor’s degree, certificate, or other related field) or possess an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Have three (3) to five (5) years of experience in occupational health and safety in a manufacturing environment;
• Have a working knowledge of Spanish to communicate effectively with a predominantly Spanish-speaking workforce;
• Be thoroughly familiar with applicable occupational health and safety laws, regulations, and standards;
• Have a good understanding of programs, practices, and activities related to the prevention of workplace accidents and injuries;
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams;
• Hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel occasionally to Châteauguay (3 to 4 visits per month).