Internship - Safety Intern

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Safety Intern will support the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team in promoting a safe and compliant workplace within a manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on experience in workplace safety programs, compliance with OSHA regulations, and risk reduction strategies. The intern will assist in conducting safety audits, implementing training programs, and improving safety processes to ensure a culture of continuous improvement in workplace safety.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

• Assist in performing safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety policies.
• Support the development and implementation of safety training programs for employees, including PPE usage, emergency procedures, and hazard communication.
• Participate in incident investigations and help identify root causes and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for various manufacturing processes and recommend risk mitigation strategies
• Assist with maintaining and updating safety records, policies, and reports.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve ergonomic conditions and minimize workplace injuries.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings and contribute to safety initiatives.
• Assist in tracking and analyzing safety data, including injury reports and near-miss incidents.
• Support emergency preparedness efforts, including fire drills and evacuation procedures.
• Conduct research on the best practices in manufacturing safety and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

WORK HOURS

EMPLOYMENT DATES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and / or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w / side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron and boots). Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

QUALITY

Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.'s business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

DeZURIK offers a competitive hourly rate in the $21.77 to $23.33 range, based on experience and requirements of the role.

Beyond pay, our internship program is designed to provide valuable hands-on experience and learning opportunities. Interns gain access to :

Our internship roles are tailored to provide meaningful contributions to DeZURIK while supporting career growth and education.