Safety/Quality Summer Intern

Job Title: Safety/Quality Intern

Reports to: Health Safety, Environmental and Quality Manager

Duration: Summer 2024 (June-August)

Hours: Monday-Friday during normal business hours

Job Summary

The Safety/Quality Intern will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organization’s Health Safety, Environmental and Quality department. This individual will need to be willing to learn and demonstrate excellent communication and organization skills to support the strategy and goals of the department.

Essential Duties

• Assist with the review and investigation of safety incidents.
• Assist with conducting safety audits, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions.
• Collect and analyze data related to SPC.
• Assist with ergonomics in the workplace.
• Review and revise quality documents such as procedures, manuals, and work instructions.
• Participate in quality audits, observing operations and identifying compliance issues.
• Conduct AIB internal audits and document findings.
• Assist with root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for identified issues.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow company policies and understand any rules or regulations governing the work being completed and the impact work has on our department or company.
• Strong self-starter attitude.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook experience desired.

Education and Experience

• Actively enrolled in a degree program preferably focused on business, safety, quality, or another related field

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time.
• Capability to push, pull, lift and carry objects of various weights.
• Proficiency in using hands, fingers, and arms for tasks such as typing and writing.
• Sufficient visual acuity to read documents and operate office equipment.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
• Flexibility to bend, stoop, and reach low or high objects.
• Adaptability to work in varying environmental conditions, such as temperature extremes, noise, dust, or fumes, depending on the nature of the job.
• Willingness to adhere to safety protocols and wear protective gear, including helmets, goggles, gloves, and safety shoes, as required by the job.

Company Culture & Values

• A Commitment to Our Purpose (COMMITTED PEOPLE) – Our mission is to serve and build up our customers, suppliers, communities, and each other, guided by the principles of our Lord Jesus Christ. The commitment to serving and building up is easily seen in those employees that exemplify this value.
• Without Our Customers We Are Nothing (CUSTOMER FIRST) – We realize that we are blessed to serve our customers and without them, our company does not exist. They rely on us for their success and that is a responsibility we cannot take lightly. Our focus must be on serving them with as seamless communication and access to products as possible.
• Kind, Humble and Positive (HUMBLE) – These positive traits do not mean being a doormat to others. But when a person is kind, humble and positive it comes through in their genuine caring for those around them.
• A Desire For “Expert” (EXPERTS) – Our people want to be seen as the experts in their specific roles. From how we convert a bag efficiently and with highest quality, to knowledge of the product portfolio, to desiring to know more about tax or human resource policy – the desire for “expert” drives us in each of our roles.
• Intentional Growth – Developing of Self and Others (PERSONAL GROWTH)– Times, tools, and customer expectations change. Our team members are interested in developing themselves and those around them. We know that a stronger team is one that makes our customers and our fellow employees happier.
• Strong Work Ethic (HARD WORKERS) – The commitment to serve those around us is honorable and we respond to this by putting our strongest effort into that purpose.
• High Expectations of Self and Others (HIGH EXPECTATIONS) – We expect ourselves, and those around us, to put in our best effort. When others struggle, we help them align towards perfection. When we struggle, we are open and humble to hear it and course-correct accordingly.
• If It Isn’t Safe, We Don’t Do It (SAFETY) – All people deserve to return home to their loved ones safely and work in an environment where they can best execute their tasks safely. When choosing between safety and profit, safety and efficiency, safety and feelings, safety, and “x” – we choose safety.

Travel Requirements

This position will not require overnight travel and or any travel within the workday.

Driver Qualification

The ability to drive a company owned/leased vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of the company is not needed for this position. Inclusion in the company’s driver qualification program is required to drive a company owned/leased vehicle or personal vehicle.

Becoming a qualified driver includes:

• Agree to the company driving policies that apply to company owned/leased vehicle or personal vehicle as applicable.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license and be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record, as evidenced by completion of a baseline motor vehicle record check and ongoing monitoring.
• When driving a personal vehicle on behalf of the company, must provide a copy of the declaration page from personal auto insurance that shows the policy dates and minimum coverage amounts ($300,000 bodily injury per accident/$100,000 property damage per accident or if driving less than 5 hours/200 miles a year $50,000 bodily injury per accident/$10,000 property damage per accident or the state minimum, whichever is more). This requirement is initially and then annually thereafter.
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This job description is intended as a general outline of the primary responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities that may be required. The employer reserves the right to modify, add, or remove any responsibilities, duties, or activities as deemed necessary with or without notice.

Volm Companies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and other protected characteristics. If you require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, please inform us and we will work with you to address your needs.