Environmental Health and Safety Intern

FORT WORTH, TXPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from ITW Food Equipment Group

• Job overview

  The Environmental Health and Safety Intern role at ITW Food Equipment Group is a part-time internship designed to provide hands-on experience in various occupational health and safety tasks, supporting the company's safety programs.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The intern will collect and log safety checklists, administer safety orientations, manage audit records, track chemical purchases, maintain inspection records, monitor driver licenses, handle contractor insurance certificates, inspect spill kits, prepare safety labels, track training records, schedule safety inspections, manage PPE usage, record safety program nominations, issue training materials, and perform administrative duties.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, basic knowledge or interest in occupational safety, Microsoft Office skills, leadership qualities, and communication skills; bilingual ability and 1+ years of related coursework are preferred.

• Work environment and culture

  The role requires physical activity and adherence to safety protocols in a climate-controlled environment, emphasizing teamwork, reliability, and communication.

• Unique job features

  This internship offers diverse learning opportunities across multiple occupational health and safety functions, providing practical experience in a real-world manufacturing environment.

Company overview

ITW Food Equipment Group, a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), specializes in manufacturing commercial kitchen equipment for the foodservice and food retail industries. They generate revenue by providing high-quality, innovative products such as ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, and food processing equipment to restaurants, hotels, and institutions globally. Founded in 1912, ITW has a long history of engineering excellence and customer-focused solutions, making it a trusted name in the industry. Their commitment to sustainability and efficiency also sets them apart in the competitive market.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to highlight your familiarity with occupational health and safety principles, administrative skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, as these are key for the Environmental Health and Safety Intern role at ITW Food Equipment Group.

• Emphasize your ability to manage safety documentation, conduct safety orientations, and track safety-related activities such as audits, inspections, and training records, reflecting the hands-on tasks described in the job description.

• Apply through multiple channels including ITW Food Equipment Group's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the internship.

• Connect with current employees or interns in the Environmental Health and Safety division at ITW Food Equipment Group on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers such as asking about their experience with the safety programs mentioned or expressing your enthusiasm for learning about occupational safety in a manufacturing environment.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'occupational health and safety,' 'safety orientation,' 'Microsoft Office,' 'Excel,' 'safety inspections,' and 'PPE tracking' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.

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