Health &amp Safety Intern Co-op

Location Profile: Located in Valencia, California, Aerospace Dynamics International is a unique manufacturing facility that meets the demanding requirements of major commercial and defense aircraft manufacturers, as well as multiple general-aviation companies. The company employs 240 personnel located over 4 buildings on campus, and two others located in Orange County. Our 620,000 sq. ft. facility has multiple gantry profilers as well as complex kitting and assembly of large structural components.

Position Summary: This internship is for a student to gain valuable experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The intern will have the opportunity to interact, and work, with Health & Safety, Operations, and Human Resources professionals. This position may be part-time or full-time position (20 – 40 hours/week). 100% onsite, flexible schedule Conduct Job Safety Analysis and conduct audits to ensure current JSA’s are relevant and current.

Ensure SDS books are current and contain information on all chemicals located on-site. Audit and maintain acceptable levels of safety, emergency response and first aid equipment Conduct assessments and implement provisions of disseminating information including but not limited to advice, signs, posters, barriers and performance measures to warn employees of potential or actual safety hazards and/or to prevent access to areas where hazardous conditions exist Develops, recommends and implements programs to assure compliance with all applicable local, state and federal environmental regulations including documentation, reporting, permits, manifests, training, and policy development Develops and administers EH&S training and communication programs (i.e. HAZCOM, HAZMAT, etc.).

Extract and manipulate data from business systems for environmental reporting. Assist in the completion of periodic reports for air, storm water, wastewater, etc. Coordinate, plan and implement the actions and recommendations of the Safety Committee in accordance with Regulations and Company Policy.

Orchestrate monthly Safety Audits of the facility, equipment and personnel to ensure compliance with all Regulations and Company Policies and ensure a safe workplace, partnering with necessary parties to resolve any identified corrective actions. Must perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by Supervision Skills: Must have strong leadership skills Effective utilization of skills in such areas as planning and organizing decision-making, problem-solving, communication, and administration Ability to prioritize and complete multiple and diverse work assignments Must possess excellent computer skills The ability to train and instruct others where health or safety issues are concerned The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing

Experience & Education: Working towards a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Chemistry, Safety Engineering, or related technical field Completion of A.S. with plans for university enrollment Knowledge of OSHA Regulations Safety and Physical Demands: Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job at the position’s location. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the facility Frequently required to use hands and fingers to operate computers, tools, and other equipment.

May be required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, or work in confined areas when installing, troubleshooting, or maintaining computer and network equipment. Must be able to lift, carry, push, or move equipment weighing up to 35 pounds Work Environment Work environmental characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job at the position’s location. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in both an office and manufacturing environment. The position may require movement throughout various areas of the facility May occasionally be exposed to noise, machinery, production activity, and other conditions typical of an aerospace manufacturing environment. May be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated manufacturing or production areas.