EHS Specialist

Amazon Jobs; Hagerstown (MD); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 46 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

Amazon is seeking a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS) to elevate safety culture across our facilities. You will lead safety audits, investigations, and risk assessments, while delivering engaging training and championing continuous improvement to protect associates.

You’ll advocate for associate wellbeing, build cross-functional partnerships, and translate safety data into actionable insights that drive safer behaviors and stronger safety outcomes.

Qualificações

• High school or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in EHS-related field or equivalent safety experience
• OSHA regulations knowledge esp. 29 CFR 1910
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in workplace matters
• Strong communication, teamwork, analytical and judgment skills
• Experience leading a team and analyzing safety data and hazards
• First Aid and CPR certificates; emergency response experience
• Workers compensation case management experience

Responsabilidades

• Drive safety program excellence with data-driven strategies; conduct daily safety audits, investigations and risk assessments; deliver engaging safety trainings.
• Advocate for associate wellbeing; build partnerships across all levels and drive safety culture improvements; translate safety data into compelling narratives to influence action

Conhecimentos

OSHA knowledge

Safety training

Team leadership

Data analysis

Emergency response

Communication

Confidentiality

Customer focus

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in EHS

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work! At Amazon, we’ve set the ambitious goal to become the benchmark of safety excellence across all industries in which we operate. As a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS), you'll be at the forefront of transforming workplace safety culture at one of the world's most innovative companies. Your expertise and dedication will directly protect employees, ensuring they return home safely to their families every day. You'll facilitate new approaches to safety, combining technology with human-centered solutions to create an environment where safety and productivity thrive together. This isn't just about maintaining safety standards – it's about revolutionizing how we think about and implement workplace safety, making a lasting impact on our people and operations. As your building's designated safety champion, you'll have the unique opportunity to build relationships, influence positive change, and help write the next chapter in Amazon's commitment to becoming Earth's Safest Place to Work.

Core Impact Areas:

• Safety Program Excellence & Implementation - Drive comprehensive safety programs through data-driven strategies. Lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments while implementing innovative solutions to prevent injuries. Deliver engaging safety training that resonates with associates and promotes a proactive safety culture. Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace safety while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Associate Advocacy & Cultural Leadership - Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing, building strong partnerships across all levels of the organization. Foster a culture where safety is everyone's priority through effective communication, coaching, and positive reinforcement. Develop strong relationships with frontline associates and leadership to drive behavioral changes and ensure safety best practices become natural habits. Transform safety data into compelling narratives that influence positive change and drive engagement in safety initiatives.

Additional Job Elements include:

• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
• Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts
• Work in an environment where the noise level varies
• Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments)
• Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs)
• Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site

Must be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends.

Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR; A Bachelor’s degree in EHS-relevant background OR; 6 months experience performing in a safety-related role within Amazon
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matter involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace- Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a safety related field
• Strong communication, teamwork, analysis, judgment, and customer focus skills
• Experience leading and managing a team, ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns, and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses
• Experience in emergency response and currently holds First Aid and CPR certificates
• Experience in workers compensation case management

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. 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.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, MD, Hagerstown - 28.94 - 33.41 USD hourly