Description
IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
Job Description
Engineering & Safety Internship
Location: Sumas, WA Type: PT / School Year Department: Plant Operations
**Must be local to Washington State**
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Competitive hourly wage: $24.00 - $27.00
Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment with an industry leader
Exposure to both Process Engineering and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) functions
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement projects
Potential for future internship, co-op, or full-time opportunities upon graduation
WHEN YOU JOIN US, YOU WILL BE:
Working alongside Process Engineers and HSE professionals to support plant safety and operational improvement initiatives
Assisting with the development and maintenance of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Safe Work Instructions (SWIs)
Creating JHAs and SWIs for new and existing equipment
Supporting the plant's 5S continuous improvement program through audits, documentation, and improvement initiatives
Identifying opportunities to improve workplace organization, efficiency, and safety
Assisting with equipment labeling projects, including safety, maintenance, and process identification systems
Supporting P&ID reviews and updates to ensure plant documentation remains accurate and current
Conducting plant walkthroughs to identify safety, process, and operational improvement opportunities
Collecting, organizing, and analyzing data to support engineering and safety projects
Collaborating with operations, maintenance, engineering, and HSE teams on various special projects
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the facility
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Strong written communication skills with an interest in technical documentation
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience reading or working with engineering drawings and P&IDs is an asset
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or 5S principles is an asset
Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
WORK AUTHORIZATIONS AND TRAVEL:
Must be authorized to work in the United States
No travel required
Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.