EHS Specialist

Overview

Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work! As a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS), you will transform the workplace safety culture, protect employees, and blend technology with human‑centered solutions to create an environment where safety and productivity thrive together.

• 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. Deliver engaging safety training that resonates with associates and promotes a proactive safety culture. Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace safety while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Associate Advocacy & Cultural Leadership – Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing, building strong partnerships across all levels of the organization. Foster a culture where safety is everyone’s priority through effective communication, coaching, and positive reinforcement. Develop strong relationships with frontline associates and leadership to drive behavioral changes and ensure safety best practices become natural habits.
  
  Transform safety data into compelling narratives that influence positive change and drive engagement in safety initiatives.

• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Stand or walk for up to 12 hours during shifts.
• Work in an environment where the noise level varies.
• Work in an environment subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments).
• Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs).
• Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 1 year in an environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field, or a bachelor’s degree in an 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 matters involving security and/or personal issues in the workplace.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends.
• For those without an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, certification must be obtained within 3 weeks of the start date.

• 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 current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Experience in workers’ compensation case management.

Base hourly rate: $27.00 – $33.00 USD. Additional sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs) may be included. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription), Basic Life & AD&DD insurance, Supplemental life plans, Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits.

USA, NY, New Windsor.

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