About the role#
The Safety Intern works with the site Safety Coordinator to support health and safety programs at our farm locations. This role provides hands-on experience with Occupational Health and Safety practices in an agricultural setting.
What you'll do#
- Learn safety procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Help implement and monitor safety programs, policies, and procedures.
- Evaluate on-site safety and emergency management programs.
- Manage Safety Data Sheets and chemical labeling practices.
- Walk through facilities and equipment to identify hazards or unsafe activities.
- Work with the Safety Committee to carry out safety improvements.
- Assist with accident investigations by gathering data, writing reports, and suggesting corrective actions.
- Use computer-based systems to report injuries and property losses.
- Support safety training, including new hire orientation.
- Gain exposure to food safety practices.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Associate or Bachelor degree program in Occupational Safety or a related field.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver license and pass vehicle insurance verification.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to learn internal safety systems.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Good communication skills and a willingness to apply constructive feedback.
Location & details#
- Location: Pasco, Washington.
- Term: Summer 2027 (mid-May through mid-August).
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional extended hours during planting or harvest.
- Physical requirements: Ability to stand or walk for most of the workday and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
About CSS Farms, LLC
CSS Farms is an agricultural business founded in 1986. Based in Kearney, Nebraska, the company operates across multiple states. It produces potato seeds, chip potatoes, table potatoes, onions, and organic vegetables. The organization employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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