About the role
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East Penn is a stable, essential employer, and has been voted one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 22 years!
At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.
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East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
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Overview
East Penn Manufacturing is seeking a Safety Intern to support the Health and Safety team. This internship provides hands-on experience with safety audits and inspections, control of hazardous energy, and fire and emergency operations within a manufacturing environment. The Intern will work closely with safety specialists, technicians and other Health and Safety professionals while gaining valuable experience in workplace safety and safety management systems.
Responsibilities
Assist with safety audits and inspections
Conduct job hazard analysis
- Create and update lockout / tagout (LOTO) documentation
- Assist with data analysis and reporting
- Collaborate with safety, industrial hygiene, medical, engineering and manufacturing personnel on project-based initiatives
- Assist with administrative tasks and file management
Qualifications
Full-time undergraduate student pursuing a degree or concentration in:
Safety
Occupational Health and Safety
Safety Management
Fire Protection
Engineering
- Related safety, medical or healthcare field
- Sophomore standing or higher preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.