People Systems (Human Resources) & Safety Intern

People Systems (Human Resources) & Safety Intern

Job Description

Job Purpose: The People Systems (Human Resources) & Safety Intern is expected to understand, engage, and assist the People Systems Safety Manager in maintaining an environment which meets the needs of team members. The primary function of this role is to assist support OJT programs and assist with team member development and coaching. In addition, the People Systems (Human Resources) & Safety Intern will promote a safe working environment and assist the People Systems Safety Manager with all Safety-related activities such as accident/incident investigations, Lockout Tagout, documentation and tracking, etc.


The People Systems (Human Resources) & Safety Intern will provide support for all shifts.

This position reports to the People Systems Safety Manager with the direction (dotted line authority) from the People Systems Safety Supervisor.

Role Description and Job Accountabilities:

Specific Job Accountabilities/Functions (to be incorporated in my IDP and WFRD):

Coordinate/assist with safety activities
• Issue locks, PPE etc.
• LOTO procedure update, create and post
• Assist with Electronic Filing/Recordkeeping
• Assist with safety investigations, incident report follow-up, etc.
• Complete and or assist with EHS Compliance Maintenance Plan Items
• Conduct and participate in periodic internal/external safety, health, environmental, and security audits and ensure timely completion of findings
• Under close supervision, provide training and feedback to improve overall knowledge of EHS activities
• Ensure completion of incident investigations and corrective actions
• Assist with the management of the current Safety Data Sheets (SDS) database
• Assist with Behavior Based Safety Project - Develop training materials for implementation of a Behavior Based Safety program

Complete assigned projects - As Needed
• Review and align with Manager on activities completed and actions taken during shift.
• Agree to scope of work and timeline and follow up with Manager
• Turn in assigned activity as required

Support the OJT Process
• Assist with the OJT process at the facility
• Assist with maintaining work instructions and certification checklists
• Participate on teams and or improvement projects developing OJT training plans and programs
• Notify Supervisor/Manager of any irregularities in training, materials, process, or equipment

Support the Work Instructions Process
• Assist with the annual review of all facility work instructions

Plan for the next day and beyond
• Support continuous improvement projects with use of departmental data

EQ - the "How"
• Be visible and approachable by all levels of team members; mentoring and coaching
• Understands, sustains and models the desired Bama values and Foundation Principles of Bama and continue to keep our culture and mission alive; strive to help people be successful here
• Achieve through teamwork; lead through influence


Qualifications:

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Must have High School diploma or GED
• Must be enrolled in a college or university EHS Program

Required Skills:

• Understand manufacturing guidelines for food safety and sanitation
• Must have proven safety record in past work history
• Proficient in basic computer applications (i.e. Microsoft Power Point, Word and Excel)
• Must possess ability to oversee multiple areas of responsibility including people and processes.
• Have ability to function in multiple positions
• Must possess ability and aptitude to identify, correct and improve potential safety items; both human and food
• Understand quality standards, follow those standards and elevate concerns when processes are not functioning correctly
• Participate on ERT, Evacuation Team or other Safety Teams as needed
• Understand, utilize and train team members in the use of measurement systems and tools
• Demonstrate reasoning ability and critical thinking skills to resolve production and personnel problems.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control to continuously reduce variation in systems
• Must participate in all knowledge, skill and EQ assessments and/or testing and training
• Understand manufacturing process and possess the ability to drive continuous improvement

Physical Requirements:

• Speaking/continuous. Required to clearly communicate verbally with the ability to use a two-way radio.
• Touch sensitivity/frequent. Team member is able to sense if a piece of equipment is too hot or cold.
• Bending and stooping/occasionally. Team member has many job activities requiring bending or stooping
• Physical exertion (non-assisted breathing)/occasionally. Team member activities require the agility to move in and around equipment. Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight, confined areas
• Holding/occasionally. Must be able to grasp and hold items to complete necessary job functions.
• Inserting/occasionally. Team member will need to be able to insert tools, screws, nails, parts, etc.
• Lifting/occasionally. Team member is required to lift tools, parts, building supplies, paperwork, records, etc. Weight range would be up to 55 lbs.
• Pulling/occasional. Team member is required to pull carts, totes, boxes, etc.
• Pushing/occasional. Team member is required to push carts, totes, boxes, etc.
• Standing/occasionally. Team member is required to stand periodically throughout the day. Team members must have ability to stand for up to 8 hours.
• Walking/occasionally. Team member is required to move about work areas to meet facility standards. Steady work pace is common for these needs to be met successfully.
• Driving/occasionally. Team member may be required to drive personal vehicle to other facilities.
• Environment: Team member must be able to work in a hot or cold environment.

Bama is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.