Cretex

Environmental Health & Safety Intern

Job Locations US-MN-Brooklyn Park
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 months ago(9/9/2024 7:21 AM)
Requisition ID
2024-4319
# of Openings
1
Category (Portal Searching)
Safety

Overview

Position Summary

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Intern will be responsible for providing technical support focusing on day-to-day activities that are compliance, safety, or environmental related. The intern will assist the EHS department with projects from scope definition through implementation.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions                                                                

  • Assist in identifying, planning, and leading EHS projects and actions to minimize the risk of incidents.
  • Conduct incident investigations using root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action.
  • Perform risk assessments to evaluate hazardous conditions using hierarchy of controls to develop solutions.
  • Perform weekly inspections of key programs to ensure compliance with EHS policies and procedures.
  • Partner with the Safety Manager on the training and development of facility emergency response team.
  • Assist in the research, design and implementation of EHS programs, plans and procedures guiding regulatory compliance, prevention of undesired consequences and risk reduction strategies.
  • Support data analytics reporting and documentation management.
  • Develop working knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental, health and safety regulations as well as consensus standards.
  • Research and present on industry trends and best practices for EHS disciplines.
  • Understand and manage risks associated with your role and those that impact organizational objectives.
  • Participate in required company meetings.
  • Maintain an organized work area (5S).
  • Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
  • Complete all other work duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements, Education & Experience (incl. KSA’s and certifications)

  • Currently enrolled in BS of Environment Health, Occupational Health & Safety or similar degree program or an Engineering degree.
  • Basic knowledge of environmental, health and safety disciplines.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to conduct EHS training to a variety of users in different settings and formats.
  • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and team building skills to create effective working relationships.
  • Ability to maintain confidential information and comply with policies and procedures.
  • Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask.

 Desirable Criteria & Qualifications

  • Previous EHS internship experience.
  • Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations.

Physical & Environmental Demands

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process.  Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

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