WHS Specialist, Workplace Health and Safety

Amazon; Cuautitlán Izcalli; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global e-commerce company is looking for a WHS Specialist in Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico. You'll coordinate the safety program, promote a safety culture, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Responsibilities include performing risk assessments, conducting training for staff, and facilitating incident investigations. The ideal candidate has a degree and at least 2 years of relevant health and safety experience. This role offers excellent opportunities for mentorship and career growth while maintaining work-life balance.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant field.
• 2+ years of experience in workplace health and safety.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.

Responsabilidades

• Identify compliance issues and risks through audits.
• Facilitate incident investigations.
• Train and assist team members.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend measures.

Conocimientos

Workplace health & safety experience

Communication with management

Incident investigation

Risk assessments

Training capabilities

Microsoft Word proficiency

OSHA regulations knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Job Overview

Amazon Fulfillment is seeking a full-time WHS Specialist (WHSS) to serve as a designated safety representative for their assigned fulfillment center (FC), coordinating and implementing all areas of the Amazon Global Safety Program as directed by the safety leadership. The WHSS promotes a positive safety culture while complying with Amazon safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This includes conducting trainings and coaching associates on observed work habits.

The WHSS is required to maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems. The WHSS supports management’s efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate Safety Program expectations and applicable federal & state laws. The WHSS also conducts risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions. In addition, the WHSS is responsible for recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Identify and inform management of compliance issues, risks, and improvement opportunities through the conduct of daily, weekly, and monthly audits
• Facilitate incident investigation process
• Maintain required paperwork to comply with Amazon and regulations
• Enter Incident Information in internal database in a timely manner
• Perform observations & audits
• Train and assist others (Area Managers, team members, etc.) to complete their responsibilities (Audits, Follow Rules, etc.)
• Perform specific training as required by the Manager
• May have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, or other related activities depending on the business unit and location
• Participate in process improvement activities and manage actions to completion

About the Team

Inclusive Team Culture

At Amazon we embrace our differences and we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 14 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.

Work Life Balance

We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.

Mentorship & Career Growth

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 2+ years of workplace health & safety (WHS) related field experience
• Experience using Microsoft Word in a professional capacity
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
• Experience in workplace health & safety (WHS) related field
• STPS regulation, IMSS following and other governmental dependences in MX
• Experience in emergency response
• Experience in worker's compensation case management

Accommodations

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.