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 bachelors 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 personal issues in the workplace ...

Injury Prevention 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 an experienced and innovative Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team. In this position, you will be a part of the onsite Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Team and will lead both injury prevention and proactive activities. This position will work in an Amazon Fulfillment Center and report directly to the Site WHS Manager. The Injury Prevention Specialist (IPS) will be expected to proactively analyze tasks for potential ergonomic risk factors, perform biomechanical assessments and lead injury prevention activities. The IPS will champion proactive safety, job coaching, ergonomic training, and one-on-one engagements with Associates. The goal of the IPS is to improve technique prior to the onset of soreness or injury. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Minimize the risk of ergonomic injury to employees through awareness, education and early intervention- Dive deep and learn each job function within the FC and understand the body ergonomic and physical demands of each task. - Be actively involved with improvements to the standard work process, evaluating potential poor ergonomic conditions through change management processes- Evaluate trends and provide analysis of all soft tissues injuries and develop actions plans to mitigate risk - Frequent engagements with both associates and operational leaders - Support site leadership in implementation and management of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Job Rotation policies- Partner with onsite medical team to implement treatment plans for first aid cases based on injury type - Will be required to maintain all first aid credentialsBASIC QUALIFICATIONSMust be a Certified Athletic Trainer, by either the Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent State CertificationMust have a valid card evidencing successful completion of a First Aid, CPR, and AED course from the American Heart Associate or American Red CrossBachelor's DegreeProficiency in Microsoft Office and digital recordkeeping ...

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. ...

Site EHS Manager

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 an experienced and innovative Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Manager to join our team. In this position, you will serve as the site’s designated first aid provider in the warehouse, coordinating and implementing the Amazon Global Program. The WHS Manager will be responsible for partnering with an Operations Team at the site level to execute company WHS policies and ensure compliance to all applicable local, regional and federal regulations. This individual will lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce conditional and ergonomic risk in our processes to ensure a safe and healthful working environment for our associates. The Site WHS Manager must demonstrate the ability to build trust and confidence with the Operations Team and influence change through providing comprehensive risk assessments and WHS data analysis. The Site WHS Manager will be responsible to lead and develop a team of WHS professionals. This individual must create and execute leadership development plans for their teams. They must communicate team expectations and provide frequent feedback, and ensure the team is executing to the core competencies of an Amazon WHS professional. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Possess a thorough understanding of local/regional and federal regulations and company policy. - Provide guidance and oversight to ensure compliance to all applicable Amazon WHS Policies. - Measure site’s performance against published requirements in WHS policies. For all deficiencies, identify a plan for the site to implement and fix all identified deficiencies. Drive accountability for the plan - Analyze WHS metrics and review incident trends to justify the allocation of appropriate resources to areas where the WHS risk is highest. - Perform frequent site WHS audits to identify all non-compliant equipment and/or processes at the site. Implement solutions to eliminate exposure to these risks and prevent injury at other sites. Review all changes to ensure new equipment and process are compliant. - Audit recordkeeping practices and Gensuite entries to ensure compliance to global WHS standards and regulations. - Audit the workplace organization and Associate behaviors to ensure that training, auditing and scoring methods are accurate and consistent - Ensure site leadership and Associates are trained and knowledgeable of their responsibilities under each policy. Audit the quality, delivery (including qualifications of the trainer), and effectiveness of all required WHS training. - Must be able to work flexible shifts which could include day, nights, and 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- Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience- 3+ years of increasing responsibilities in WHS and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interfacing with site leaders- Ability to develop and implement department goals and strategies- Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability ...