Safety & Health Champion—Data-Driven EHS Leader

Amazon Inc.; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Inc. in West Chicago, IL is hiring a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist to lead safety culture improvements across operations.

You will apply data-driven strategies to prevent injuries and ensure safe work practices for frontline associates. As the site safety champion, you will train teams, investigate incidents, and collaborate with leadership to turn safety insights into actionable improvements while supporting productivity and rapid response during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments.
• Implement data-driven safety programs and innovative solutions to prevent injuries.
• Serve as trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing; build partnerships across levels.
• Transform safety data into compelling narratives to influence positive change and engagement in safety initiatives.
• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts.
• Work in environments with variable noise levels and temperatures; outside loading areas.
• Assist emergency response and maintain effective care delivery during emergencies.
• Be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and weekends.
• If lacking First Aid, CPR, AED, obtain within 3 weeks of start date.

Skills

Safety program management

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder collaboration

Incident investigation

Job description

Amazon Inc. in West Chicago, IL is hiring a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist to lead safety culture improvements across operations.

You will apply data-driven strategies to prevent injuries and ensure safe work practices for frontline associates. As the site safety champion, you will train teams, investigate incidents, and collaborate with leadership to turn safety insights into actionable improvements while supporting productivity and rapid response during emergencies.