Manufacturing Safety Intern

Description

G.S. Precision manufactures critical components for the Aerospace and Defense industries. With 700 employees across four integrated locations totaling 230,000 sq. ft., we draw on 60+ years of experience and cutting-edge technology to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

Our Mission & Values: To provide a proud, caring, and safe environment that allows our team to thrive in delivering value to our customers. We encourage creative thinking and problem solving. We grow our company through open communication, strong leadership, and continuous improvement that benefits our customers, employees, their families, and our communities.

Our Vision: To be the most trusted global partner in precision manufacturing and assembly of highly engineered mission critical products, recognized for our commitment to innovation, quality, and ability to enable our customers success.

                                                                           Generate Sustained Profitability 

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Safety Intern supports the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team in promoting a safe and compliant workplace within a manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on experience with safety programs, audits, training, and incident prevention initiatives while gaining exposure to real-world manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with workplace safety inspections and hazard identification
• Support incident, near-miss, and injury investigations
• Help maintain safety documentation, records, and reports
• Participate in job safety analyses (JSAs) and risk assessments
• Assist with safety training materials and employee training sessions
• Support compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
• Track and analyze safety metrics (e.g., incident rates, audit findings)
• Participate in safety committee meetings and improvement projects
• Assist with PPE programs and safety signage updates

Requirements

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Manufacturing, or a related field
• Strong interest in workplace safety and manufacturing operations
• Basic knowledge of OSHA or safety principles (coursework acceptable)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or coursework related to safety or manufacturing
• Familiarity with safety management systems or audits
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk manufacturing floors and wear required PPE
• Ability to lift up to [e.g., 25 lbs] if necessary

Learning Outcomes

• Practical experience with manufacturing safety systems
• Exposure to regulatory compliance and risk management
• Development of professional communication and reporting skills

We are looking for people who are highly motivated with the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Must be a professional with strong work ethic and comfortable working as part of a team that includes all levels of the organization.

Come join our team!

G.S. Precision is committed to Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and to be in compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.