Intern- Environmental Health & Safety - Bristol, PA

About Dunmore International Corp:

Acquired by Steel Partners in February 2018 as part of the Diversified Industrial Segment, Dunmore manufactures innovative technical films for Aerospace, Automotive, Commercial Graphics, Packaging applications. Dunmore has deep expertise in novel coatings, films and multi-layer laminates based on 14,000 unique chemistries and constructions, and significant experience in handling foils, plastics and fabrics. As a trusted Industry partner for over 50 years, Dunmore collaborates with customers in high growth markets to design, develop and manufacture a range of highly engineered value-added product solutions. Dunmore clients include several Fortune 500 companies across 25+ countries and is a Gold Level Supplier to one of the world's largest aircraft manufacturers. Dunmore's mission is to delight its customers through technical innovation, high levels of service and open collaboration to solve difficult application problems.

Summary

Dunmore is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Safety Intern to support our safety and environmental project initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for students majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Engineering, Occupational Safety, and Health to gain hands-on experience in the field of workplace safety and environmental compliance. The intern will assist in various tasks related to facility safety inspections, the development of safety standard operating procedures (SOPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSA) creation, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(describe the major responsibilities that are critical to the role)

• Assist with routine inspections of facilities to identify potential safety hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of Safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with workplace safety standards.
• Assist in creating and updating Job Safety Analyses for various tasks, ensuring they meet industry safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in conducting regulatory compliance reviews and ensuring adherence to environmental and safety regulations such as REACH, Proposition 65, RoHS, and PFAS, including research, documentation, and reporting to support compliance programs
• Assist in maintaining accurate and detailed records of safety inspections, incident reports, and regulatory compliance data.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and environmental compliance personnel, to ensure the integration of safety practices across departments.
• Participate in team meetings and workshops to gain insights into plant operations and industry best practices.
• Travel and connect with interns from across the company at the Steel Partners intern summit.
• Other Duties as needed or required

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

(list skills required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position)

• Strong interest in workplace safety, health, and environmental compliance.
• Basic understanding of safety principles and regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Education and Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or a related field.
• Knowledge of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations.
• Familiarity with environmental compliance standards such as EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) regulations.
• Previous experience or coursework related to safety inspections, risk assessments, or environmental science is a plus.

Physical Demands - OFFICE / TRAVEL

(what is physically required to perform the daily tasks and job duties? Be specific.)

• Standing/Sitting 30/70%
• Walking/Bending/Stooping 20%
• Lifting Requirements: 25 pounds
• Travel by air, rail, auto (5% of time)
• Work in manufacturing area, QA lab and office areas
• Exposures - Odors, Fumes, Noise, Chemicals, Temperature, Vision strain, Moving parts.

Dunmore International Corp. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Dunmore makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, business needs at the time.