Share Email Opening Title Intern - Safety & Training  Description Muscatine Power and Water - Summer Internship in the Safety & Training Department OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 requires MPW to have an SDS (Safety Data Sheet) for every chemical that employees are exposed to. This project will audit MPW’s SDS management system verifying the proper SDS for each chemical. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Management internship does not require prior knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations for Hazard Communication. The internship will help the selected person gain knowledge of those regulatory requirements in the workplace. The intern will have access to support and resources as needed while working independently often. The intern will focus on updating MPW’s cloud based SDS catalogue. This will include training on the SDS catalogue system. The intern will be responsible for searching materials at MPW facilities and cross-reference for SDSs. A laptop will be used inputting data into an Excel spreadsheet. Through this process, chemicals will be organized by SKU (if available), name, manufacturer, SDS, quantity, department, and area. SDSs will be updated as needed. If material is found without an SDS, a search will be performed until one is located. If an SDS exists in the catalogue and the material is no longer used at MPW the SDS will be archived. Chemicals found and no longer used will be coordinated with Environmental Affairs for disposal. Job Description: Verify chemicals (what we have and are using) Verify SDS for all chemicals What SDSs can we archive Determine chemical locations (A/O, Generation, Water Treatment Areas, Labs) Dispose of chemicals we no longer use (coordinate w/Environmental) Verify SKU #’s for SDSs (can we add SKU’s to everything) Create and add QR codes to chemical storage areas Research our chemical management system for approval process before purchasing additional products for tracking and SKU verification Resources: Safety & Training will train and support the intern and help answer questions as they come up. Daily check-ins will be required with a weekly review of the work being performed. The intern will also consult with Field/Power Plant crews and Supply Chain Services during the process. Time Frame: Intern is projected to work 40 hours/week for the entire summer (12 weeks, Approximately May – August). Vacation time can be scheduled within that time frame. This may or may not be adequate time to finish the entire scope of the project. The opportunity to extend the time may be available. If the project is completed prior to the end of 12 weeks Safety & Training staff will assign additional tasks within the Safety & Training Department.   Outcomes for the Intern: Develops understanding of OSHA and the Hazard Communication Regulations and how it impacts the workforce. Experience regulatory review and compliance implementation processes. Demonstrates independent work (while receiving support as needed) Exposure to all areas of the Utility.   Position Requirements Qualifications: Working towards a degree in Safety & Training preferred. Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel) Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and listening skills, with ability to build productive professional relationships. Ability to work as a team. Must be able to attend work on a regular basis for the duration of the internship.   Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal   Salary $15.00- $20.00/hr. depending on year in college (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Graduate)   Number of Openings 1   Location Administration and Operations Center   EOE Statement Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that diverse candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Muscatine Power and Water, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. MPW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Utility does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, nationality, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law (except where an attribute is a bona fide occupational qualification). EOE M/F/D/V   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://MuscatinePowerandWater.appone.com Follow us See who works here:

 

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