About the role#
The EHS Intern supports our Environmental Health and Safety team on essential projects. You will gain hands-on experience while helping us reduce company risks and meet quarterly safety goals. This position involves working in a heavy industrial environment and requires a commitment to safety standards.
What you'll do#
- Track equipment permits and input data for weekly and monthly lockout evaluations using internal software.
- Monitor and assess sites for hearing conservation.
- Create work instructions and action tracking documents for EHS systems.
- Conduct field inspections, review incidents, and follow up on corrective actions.
- Develop lockout tasks, procedures, and maps.
- Complete project work based on the coaches safety handbook and achieve assigned milestones.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field.
- A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- Willingness to work outdoors in a heavy industrial setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Grandville, Michigan.
- This is an on-site, full-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
About PADNOS
PADNOS is a family-owned recycling business founded in 1905. Based in Holland, Michigan, the company manages scrap and recycling programs for industrial and commercial clients. It operates 23 recycling centers across Michigan and Indiana. The firm processes materials including paper, plastics, and various metals.
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