What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Intern - EHS (Safety) position at OMG Building Products LLC?
EH&S Intern
OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and other construction industries worldwide. Based in Massachusetts, with manufacturing facilities in Agawam, MA, Addison, IL, and Rockford, MN, OMG is an equal opportunity employer valuing integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, communication, accountability, proactive performance and a passion for excellence!
Overview
Safety is OMG’s number one priority and we have a proactive and progressive Environmental Health & Safety program. The EH&S Intern will review all Safety Data Sheet (SDS) binders in every dept. at our Agawam location to confirm accuracy, revision date, obtain current copies, and publish to our online SDS portal.The EH&S Intern will also help collect data of numerous job positions to measure push, pull, lift, and carry forces and distances, using a push/pull gauge and tape measure. Reporting to the EH&S Manager, the position demands creative problem solving, strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within the organization. We value an understanding of production manufacturing processes, and a commitment to working as a team player! Our goal is that this change agent will lead by example and foster safety as the highest priority in our culture and value system!
Responsibilities
OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and other construction industries worldwide. Based in Massachusetts, with manufacturing facilities in Agawam, MA, Addison, IL, and Rockford, MN, OMG is an equal opportunity employer valuing integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, communication, accountability, proactive performance and a passion for excellence!
Overview
Safety is OMG’s number one priority and we have a proactive and progressive Environmental Health & Safety program. The EH&S Intern will review all Safety Data Sheet (SDS) binders in every dept. at our Agawam location to confirm accuracy, revision date, obtain current copies, and publish to our online SDS portal.The EH&S Intern will also help collect data of numerous job positions to measure push, pull, lift, and carry forces and distances, using a push/pull gauge and tape measure. Reporting to the EH&S Manager, the position demands creative problem solving, strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within the organization. We value an understanding of production manufacturing processes, and a commitment to working as a team player! Our goal is that this change agent will lead by example and foster safety as the highest priority in our culture and value system!
Responsibilities
- Promote Safety as the Number One priority for all OMG employees.
- Review existing SDS’s in each dept., confirm active and accurate, obtain revisions as needed, and publish to online SDS portal
- Measure push, pull, lift, carry forces using a push/pull force gauge, and by weighing various products, and measuring lift/place heights and carry distances.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field.
- Proficient in MS Office
- Excellent communication skills and ability to schedule time efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to work positively/effectively across an organization and with customers/external support resources
- Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and tools, reach with hands and arms, regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Ability to work and contribute as part of a team.
- Positive “can do” attitude!
