Lead Workplace Safety & Health Specialist

Amazon Inc.; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Inc. in Joliet, IL is seeking a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist to drive safety excellence across operations.

You will lead audits, investigations, and risk assessments while implementing innovative safety solutions to protect associates and improve performance. As the site safety champion, you will build strong relationships with frontline teams and leadership, translate safety data into actionable improvements, and help ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field or a Bachelor's degree in an EHS-related background or 6 months safety-related experience within Amazon.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910.
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity; ability to maintain confidentiality in safety-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety programs with data-driven strategies and conduct daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments.
• Champion safety training that engages associates and fosters a proactive safety culture.
• Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing across the organization.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in EHS-related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Amazon Inc. in Joliet, IL is seeking a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist to drive safety excellence across operations.

You will lead audits, investigations, and risk assessments while implementing innovative safety solutions to protect associates and improve performance. As the site safety champion, you will build strong relationships with frontline teams and leadership, translate safety data into actionable improvements, and help ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.