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- 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 matter involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace ...

Assistant Manager, Rural Super Rural (RSR) Operations

Our Worldwide Operations network delivers millions of packages and smiles to Amazon customers every day. Our operation’s workflow has three major components: First mile - where the product is housed and ready for order; Middle mile - where the order is hauled to your area; and Last mile - when the product is delivered to the customer’s door. Please note that all workflows have slight building variations, but one thing is constant: our vision and dedication to the customer. We are looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team as an Assistant Manager. As an Assistant Manager in our Rural Super Rural (RSR) operations, you will:- Lead and engage your team to maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance, and performance- Ensure customer orders are delivered on time and to the right location- Support, mentor, and motivate others- Collaborate with support teams to meet business objectives- Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentEXPECTED HOURS & ENVIRONMENT- This position requires open flexibility to work 10-hour overnight shifts (late afternoon to early morning hours) and will be scheduled on a front-half (Sunday – Wednesday) or back-half (Wednesday – Saturday) schedule. Shifts will be assigned upon starting in the role and could be subject to change based upon business need.- Expect to work in an environment where the noise level varies and is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments, and grocery locations include refrigerated environments).- Expect to lift up to 49 pounds, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach, as well as continuously climb and descend stairs.IMPORTANT INFORMATION: - This position is fully onsite at an RSR delivery station and is NOT remote.Key job responsibilities- Support, mentor, and motivate others- Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises- Collaborate with all support teams including Safety, Ops Integration, Loss Prevention and Human Resources to develop plans to meet business objectivesAbout the teamRapid and Rural Logistics (R2L) is an exciting organization within Amazon specializing in delighting our customers with speed in which we can make items appear on their doorsteps. Rural Super Rural (RSR) is a subset of R2L, dedicated to ensuring our customers receive their deliveries and are satisfied with their service, even in our most remote areas. We are a combination of operations and support teams aligned to continually strive to innovate the last mile delivery process while bringing smiles to our customer’s faces. Come build the future with us!BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- High School or equivalent diploma- 6+ months of leadership experience in a retail, distribution or similar environment- Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays- Must be18 years of age or older- 1+ year of experience with computers and Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, and Excel) experience- Must be able to lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach as well as continuously climb and descend stairs ...

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 ...