EHS Specialist

One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to proactively manage their health and wellbeing. To support this focus area, Amazon is seeking a full-time WHS Specialist (WHSS) to serve as a designated representative for their assigned building coordinating and implementing all areas of the Amazon Global Program as directed by the leadership. The WHSS promotes a positive culture while complying with Amazon 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 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. Candidate must be willing to work any shift, based on availability. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems- Support management efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate program expectations and applicable federal and state laws- Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions- Responsible for recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics- Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekendFor 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- 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 ...

Onsite Medical Representative

The Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team is deeply committed to the safety and wellbeing of our people. WHS sets the strategic direction to provide resources, best practices, and safe environments to proactively manage the health and wellbeing of our workforce. To support these goals, Amazon is seeking an experienced and dynamic Onsite Medical Representative (OMR) to join our team. In this position, you will work closely with the WHS Site Manager, WHS Specialist, and occasionally the Injury Prevention Specialist (IPS). This includes attending weekly associate safety committee meetings, greeting all new hires for the site or through daily one-on-one interaction. Additionally, the OMR will participate in weekly case management review meetings as necessary. As an OMR, you will independently assess and administer first aid as well as offer guidance to Amazon Associates (AAs) on both occupational and non-occupational injuries or illnesses. You should be passionate about learning and advocating health and wellness principles to consistently support AAs on a daily basis. You will refer care to outside medical providers as needed, and learn about OSHA regulations, risk, and analysis. The OMR will function as a part of the larger team onsite, assisting with all first aid needs and support safety operations as needed.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:• Provide first aid support and make referrals to outside medical providers as necessary.• Minimize the AA risk of injury through awareness, education, and proactive engagement.• Maintain all records of care provided to AAs.• Coordinate and maintain the workers’ compensation and return to work programs for AAs with work-related injuries.• Provide daily activity logs and end of shift reports.• Engage with AAs and leadership on operations floor to provide coaching regarding observed at-risk work habits.• Maintain a clean working environment and ensure appropriate medical supply inventory is maintained.• Participate in training and certification to facilitate first aid, CPR and AED certifications classes. • Maintain all first aid, CPR, AED credentials.• Work flexible shifts which could include days, nights, holidays, and/or weekends.• Assist with random saliva drug testing protocols.• Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site.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- High school or equivalent diploma- Current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by an approved emergency cardiac care (ECC) provider; AND must have one of the following:- Current valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR Paramedic Certification from the Department of Health OR the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT); OR- In the last year, six months job experience in the Military as a Combat Medic (U.S. Army), Field Medic (U.S. Army), Healthcare Specialist (U.S. Army), Hospital Corpsman (U.S. Navy), or Aerospace Medical Service Technician (U.S. Air Force); OR- Current active Athletic Trainer Certification, by either the Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent State Certification. ...