Safety Intern/Co-op

Equipment & Controls, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Equipment & Controls, Inc. invites a safety-focused professional to join our Operations team in Lawrence, PA. You will manage safety systems, maintain OSHA records, and deliver training to support internal and customer requirements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in safety or a related field, manufacturing experience, strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to lead teams toward an accident-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety or occupational health or a technical discipline with related experience and OSHA general industry exposure preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to influence others.
• Ability to build and lead teams and facilitate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manages safety systems, processes and procedures to achieve an accident-free workplace.
• Maintain OSHA 300 log, ISNetworld and safety data; analyze data to identify improvements.
• Enhance and deliver safety training programs to support internal and customer requirements.
• Publish weekly toolbox talks and monthly safety reports.
• Provide leadership for internal safety committees.
• Support incident investigations for all safety incidents.
• Foster a safety culture of engagement for all employees.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety or occupational health or technical discipline

Job description

Equipment & Controls, Inc. is a successful and innovative Emerson Impact Partner. ECI provides an entrepreneurial opportunity for each employee to achieve our common mission of Delivering Successful Customer Outcomes 100% of the Time. Our customer base includes oil and gas, chemical, power, food and beverage, mining and metals, life sciences, pulp and paper, refining, petrochemical, OEM and nuclear industries. With offices in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio, ECI is the region’s leader in process control and industrial automation products and solutions. We seek individuals that share our passion for excellence.

Business Unit/Department:

Operations

Location:

Lawrence, PA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages ECI safety systems, processes and procedures to accomplish our vision of an accident free workplace
• Maintain required information (OSHA 300 log, ISNetworld, safety observations program and email, etc) and analyze data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Enhance and delivery safety training programs to support internal and customer requirements.
• Publish weekly toolbox talks and monthly safety reports.
• Provide leadership for internal safety committees.
• Provide support for the incident investigation process for all safety incidents.
• Create a safety culture of engagement for all employees

Requirements

The Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in safety or occupational health or technical discipline with significant related experience and exposure to OSHA general industry requirements (preferred)
• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with a developed competency to influence others
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams including knowledge of basic facilitation techniques
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Must be an effective listener

Core Competencies:

• WORK COLLABORATIVELY - Promote an inclusive and positive work environment that encourages collaboration and team building across all levels of the organization. Work with others to resolve obstacles that may prevent the organization from achieving its mission.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrate the desire and knowledge to understand customer needs. Provide personalized, professional and courteous service, accurate information, continuous communication and the ability to handle customer concerns in an appropriate manner.
• INTEGRITY - Behave ethically, act fairly and take responsibility for accomplishing work goals.

Additional Details:

Those interested in employment following an internship will be considered based on current openings, performance during internship, and proximity to graduation. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability