The EHS Co-Op will work with the EHS Manager and applicable engineers and operatives to assist with implementing policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Their primary goal is to protect employees, customers, and the environment to maintain compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in recognizing, evaluating, and providing solutions to health, safety, & environmental concerns.
• Recommend changes to safety programs and work practices.
• Assist in the development of new safety programs and initiatives to increase awareness, and reduce the potential for incidents, accidents, and exposures.
• Support the revision of safety and health programs to increase awareness and reduce exposure risk.
• Conduct periodic safety audits / assessments. Report findings. Take action to address findings.
• Participate in incident investigations and issue safety corrective action requests (SCARs) as necessary.
• Review and assist in the evaluation of effectiveness of training and recommend changes.
• Stay current on the various regulatory requirements and changes. Continue an active personal/professional development program through selected seminars, home study courses, trade magazines, books, journals, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• Majoring in Safety, EHS, or engineering-related field with an interest in safety.
• Prior experience in a relevant EHS/Engineering discipline is desired.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to successfully communicate safety policies to employees.
• Ability to collaborate well with multiple departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

/*generated inline style */ For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $19.25 to $29 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. Employees will receive 0 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.
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