Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Intern – Manufacturing Plant

Barchemy•Donora, PA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The SHE Intern will support safety, health, and environmental initiatives within our chocolate and confectionery ingredient manufacturing facility. This full-time, 12-week internship provides hands-on exposure to OSHA compliance, food manufacturing operations, and environmental stewardship. A major focus of this internship will be leading the implementation of a comprehensive Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program, including procedure development, equipment-specific energy control documentation, and employee training. This project is critical to strengthening the safety culture and ensuring compliance with OSHA 1910.147 requirements.

Requirements

Pursuing a degree in: Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science / Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Food Science (with interest in EHS), Public Health or related fields
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfortable working on a manufacturing floor around food equipment and processes.
Basic understanding of OSHA regulations preferred.
High attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively with operations and maintenance teams
Initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn
Ability to manage projects independently with support from leadership
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8–10 hours/day)
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or work platforms to access equipment and elevated work areas.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, or reach as needed
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25–35 pounds occasionally
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and high noise
Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods

Nice To Haves

Prior manufacturing or food operations experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of the facility's Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program, including: Conducting equipment assessments to identify energy sources, Developing or updating equipment-specific LOTO procedures, Working with maintenance and operations to validate accuracy, Assisting with equipment labeling and visual standards, Developing LOTO training materials and delivering employee training sessions, Tracking training completion and program effectiveness.
Perform safety inspections focusing on machine guarding, chemical handling, PPE, pedestrian safety, and slip/trip hazards.
Participate in incident and near-miss investigations to assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Support ergonomic assessments in packaging, production, and material handling areas.
Assist with noise level measurements around mixers, grinders, and pneumatic systems.
Maintain OSHA documentation, JHAs, and safety training records.
Assist with waste management activities, including chocolate scrap handling, food-grade oils, recycling, and chemical waste.
Conduct compliance checks for stormwater, wastewater, and chemical storage.
Support sustainability initiatives related to waste reduction, energy use, and water conservation.
Track environmental metrics and contribute to monthly environmental reporting.
Lead the development, rollout, and documentation of the LOTO program.
Conduct employee engagement sessions to reinforce understanding.
Create visual aids and signage to support compliance.
Present project findings and improvements to site leadership.
Support safety culture initiatives, including safety walks, toolbox talks, and engagement activities.
Assist with improvements in sanitation, allergen control, and equipment safety.