EHS Specialist

Amazon; Tennessee; On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce company is seeking a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist to enhance safety measures and ensure employee wellbeing. The role involves driving safety programs, conducting audits, and collaborating with associates. Candidates should have knowledge of OSHA regulations and the ability to work flexible shifts. The position offers a salary range of $50,500 to $76,500 based on geographic market.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910.
• A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field.
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity.

Responsibilities

• Drive comprehensive safety programs through data-driven strategies.
• Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing.
• Lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Education

High school or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in a safety-related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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.

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.
• Associate Advocacy & Cultural Leadership - Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing, building strong partnerships across all levels of the organization.

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
• 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.

For those that do not have an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, must obtain within 3 weeks of start date.

Basic Qualifications

Requirements:

• High school or equivalent
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
• 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
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matter involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

• Experience in worker's compensation case management
• 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

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, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $50,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $76,500/year in our highest geographic market.