DESCRIPTION
WHS Specialist
Overview:
Amazon Fulfillment is seeking a full-time WHS Specialist (WHSS) to serve as a designated representative for their assigned fulfillment center (FC), 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 managements 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.
*Relocation assistance is not provided*
WHS Specialist Responsibilities:
Identify and inform management of compliance issues, risks, and improvement opportunities through the conduct of daily, weekly, and monthly audits
Facilitate incident investigation process
Maintain required paperwork to comply with Amazon and regulations
Enter Incident Information in internal database in a timely manner
Perform observations & audits
Train and assist others (Area Managers, team members, etc.) to complete their responsibilities (Audits, Follow Rules, etc.)
Perform specific training as required by the Manager
May have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, or other related activities depending on the business unit and location
Participate in process improvement activities and manage actions to completion
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Ability to communicate health and needs to all levels of the organization
Calm demeanor in emergency situations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 1 years in Workplace Health & Safety (EHS) related field or bachelors degree in related field
Knowledge of regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
Experience using Microsoft Word and in a professional capacity Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues in the work place
Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in a 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 concerns and conduct job hazard and job analyses
Experienced in emergency response and currently holds First aid and CPR certificates Experience in Workers Compensation case management
Passion for
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.
Seattle, WA
Amazon.com, Inc. engages in the retail sale of consumer products and subscriptions in North America and internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America, International, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) segments. It sells merchandise and content purchased for resale from third-party sellers through physical stores and online stores.
The company also manufactures and sells electronic devices, including Kindle e-readers, Fire tablets, Fire TVs, and Echo devices; provides Kindle Direct Publishing, an online service that allows independent authors and publishers to make their books available in the Kindle Store; and develops and produces media content.
In addition, it offers programs that enable sellers to sell their products on its Websites, as well as their own branded Websites; and programs that allow authors, musicians, filmmakers, skill and app developers, and others to publish and sell content. Further, the company provides compute, storage, database, and other AWS services, as well as compute, storage, database offerings, fulfillment, publishing, digital content subscriptions, advertising, and co-branded credit card agreement services.
Additionally, it offers Amazon Prime, a membership program, which provides free shipping of various items; access to streaming of movies and TV episodes; and other services. It serves consumers, sellers, developers, enterprises, and content creators. Amazon.com, Inc. has a strategic partnership with Volkswagen AG. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.