People Safety Intern

Position Description and Purpose:

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We're a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we're on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.

Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.

Position Description and Purpose:

The Safety Intern will support the People Safety team in ensuring a safe work environment by assisting with safety programs, compliance initiatives, training, and audits. This hands-on role provides valuable experience in workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation within a fast-paced food manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA, company policies, and industry regulations.

• Support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Help maintain and update safety documentation, including training records, SDS sheets, and compliance reports.

• Participate in the development and delivery of safety training for employees on topics such as LOTO, personal protective equipment (PPE), hazard communication, and emergency response procedures.

• Assist in ergonomic assessments and recommend improvements to enhance workplace safety.

• Support the implementation of safety initiatives such as behavior-based safety programs and employee engagement activities.

• Monitor and track key safety metrics, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Help coordinate emergency response plans and safety drills.

• Stay up to date on regulatory requirements and best practices in occupational safety.

Education and Experience:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.

• Knowledge of occupational safety regulations and standards, particularly those relevant to the food manufacturing industry, such as OSHA, FDA, and USDA.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with employees at all levels.

• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with safety management software is a plus.

Benefits & Experience Gained:

• Hands-on exposure to real-world safety challenges in a manufacturing environment.

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful safety initiatives and compliance efforts.

• Development of technical skills in risk assessment, auditing, and training.

• Networking and mentorship from experienced safety professionals.

Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer.

We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer-from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer.