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Safety Engineer Internship

(Internship-Summer 2024) | Waupaca Foundry, Inc.

Description:

Are you seeking an exciting internship opportunity with a leading company in the iron casting industry? Look no further than Waupaca Foundry, Inc., renowned as North America’s premier supplier of iron castings, celebrated for its unwavering commitment to innovation and product quality. With a workforce of approximately 4,400 employees spanning the entire company, Waupaca Foundry takes immense pride in its tireless pursuit of improvement and unwavering dedication to sustainability.

As an intern at Waupaca Foundry, you will have the unparalleled opportunity to actively contribute to cutting-edge initiatives and play a pivotal role in ensuring a dependable experience for the millions of individuals who rely on Waupaca Foundry’s castings every single day. Waupaca Foundry places a high value on individuals who possess a genuine passion for their work and thrive within a culture that fosters continuous innovation.

Join the esteemed team at Waupaca Foundry and become an integral part of the workforce, where you can forge a fulfilling and rewarding career by producing castings of unparalleled quality. Waupaca Foundry has established itself as an employer of choice, attracting and nurturing driven and skilled individuals like yourself.

Qualification:

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree in engineering, Safety, or a related field, or equivalent educational background.
  • Familiarity with hazard assessments and their importance in ensuring workplace safety.
  • Good problem-solving skills and creative approach to new ideas.
  • Motivation and great attitude.
  • Math skills/High level of accuracy.
  • Excellent oral, listening, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and plan effectively.
  • Proficiency working with AutoCAD and 3D modeling software.
  • A high level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
  • Customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to present and interact with large groups.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules and manage workload independently.
  • Be enrolled in post-high school education for the Fall 2024 semester.
  • Minimum of 1 completed year in related field (preferred).
  • Be considered a full-time student (12 credits or more).
  • Be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the safety department to schedule hazard assessments.
  • Take charge of leading meetings with production and maintenance workers to conduct hazard assessments.
  • Document assessment data using Excel.
  • Analyze the data and categorize it based on risk levels.
  • Provide assistance for improvement projects associated with hazard assessments.
  • Recalculate assessment totals upon project completion.
  • Respond to Plant Safety Projects/Opportunities as directed by the Safety Manager.
  • Support maintenance projects and installations.
  • Apply knowledge of industrial processes, chemistry, physics, psychology, safety laws, and industrial health to achieve optimal results.
  • Determine the requirements for safety devices and device installations, among other tasks.

Location:

The internship will be conducted in Marinette, Wisconsin, United States.

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