EHS Specialist

1 month ago


Erlanger, Kentucky, United States Amazon Full time
Job Summary

Amazon is seeking a highly skilled WHS Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Workplace Health & Safety team, you will play a critical role in promoting a safe and healthy work environment for our employees.

Key Responsibilities
  • 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 weekends
Basic Qualifications
  • High school or equivalent
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
  • 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
  • Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
  • Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in worker's compensation case management
  • 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 currently holds First Aid and CPR certificates

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.