HSE/Safety Intern (Co-op)

About the role

IKO Industries Ltd., a manufacturer of roofing and building materials, is offering a full-time paid co-op internship in its Plant Operations department in Ennis, Texas. It is a safety-sensitive position open to candidates living locally in Texas, with no relocation assistance available.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the HSE Specialist and plant team leaders to advance the Life Critical Program (LCP).
• Help review the current needs of the LCP and make sure affected departments have the tools they need.
• Take photos, write Safety Work Instructions (SWIs) and enter data for safety concerns with each department.
• Collect and analyze floor data and communicate or document it.
• Review, develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support the cultural shift toward zero accidents and incidents, and provide vision and support for 5S implementation.

Required profile

• Junior or Senior majoring in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health and Sustainability, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Authorized to work in the United States; no travel required.
• Health, safety and/or environmental experience is a plus.

Required skills

• Advanced MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint.
• Analytical, problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Critical thinking, organization and initiative.

What we offer

• Pay of $24.00-$25.00 per hour.
• Option to stay on part-time or full-time during the school year.
• Health care and a progressive workplace.