EHS Manager

Overview At Amazon, we prioritize health, safety, and well‑being above all else. To support this priority, we are seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Site Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Manager to partner with the site‑level operations team and execute company WHS policies while ensuring compliance with all applicable local and regional regulations. By leveraging lean principles and Kaizen events, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce conditional and ergonomic risks in Amazon’s processes, ensuring a safe and healthful working environment for our associates. In this role you must build trust with cross‑functional teams, influence change through comprehensive risk assessments and safety data analysis, and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Responsibilities Act as SME of local/regional regulations and company WHS policy. Provide guidance and oversight to ensure compliance with all applicable Amazon Safety Policies. Measure site performance against published safety requirements; identify and implement plans to address deficiencies. Ensure safety record‑keeping and data integrity; provide accurate reporting and metrics to support business safety initiatives. Deliver on‑time and quality projects to Operations. Deep dive safety metrics and review incident trends to justify resource allocation for high‑risk areas. Analyze trends and propose action plans to senior leadership on site. Audit record‑keeping practices and Global Safety Database entries to ensure compliance with global safety standards and local regulations. Audit workplace organization and associate behaviors to ensure training, auditing, and scoring methods are accurate and consistent. Manage and mentor the Safety Managers and Safety Associates in your assigned site. Engage the Injury Prevention Specialists (IPS) and site leadership to drive long‑term strategic actions for incident reduction. Perform targeted Kaizen events in partnership with Operations teams based on identified risks in tasks such as force, repetition, and awkward postures. Ensure site leadership and associates are trained and knowledgeable of their responsibilities under each policy. Audit the quality, delivery, and effectiveness of all required safety training. Review the effectiveness of deployed safety tools and revise to ensure continual improvement. Partner with corporate and regional field safety personnel to leverage global safety and environmental best practices into North America network standards. Additional Job Elements Lift up to 49 pounds; frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach. Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts. Work in an environment where noise levels vary. 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. Those without adult First Aid, CPR, and AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must obtain certification within 3 weeks of the start date. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. 7+ years of increasing responsibilities in safety and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations, or relevant experience applicable to the role. 7+ years of increasing responsibilities in people and performance management. CPR/First Aid Certification. Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment. Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends, as required to support direct reports and site needs. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree preferred. Certified Safety Professional preferred. Experience in a fast‑paced, dynamic organization. Interest in long‑term career development through assignments in multiple business units across the nation. Prior experience in a management development training program. Track record of effectively managing a safety operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff. Demonstrated experience in developing others into higher levels of responsibility in an organization. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interfacing with Directors and VPs. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr