At Amazon, we prioritize health, safety, and well-being above all else. There is nothing more important. To support this priority, Amazon is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Site Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Manager to join our team. In this position, you will be responsible for partnering with the site level operations team for your designated site in order to execute company WHS policies and ensure 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 risk in Amazon’s processes and ensure a safe and healthful working environment for our associates.
In this role, you must demonstrate the ability to build trust and confidence with the cross‑functional operations teams, influence change through comprehensive risk assessments and safety data analysis, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, instruct and train operations leadership and site WHS professionals in company EHS policies, develop a team of safety managers and safety professionals at your designated site, create and execute leadership development plans for your larger team, and assess safety talent to select appropriate bench strength for current and future business needs.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To- 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.
- Maintain safety record keeping and data integrity; provide Operations with 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 to high‑risk areas.
- Present 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 at your assigned site.
- Engage the Injury Prevention Specialists (IPS) and Site Leadership to drive long‑term strategic actions to achieve incident reduction.
- Perform targeted Kaizen events in partnership with Operations teams based on identified risks.
Additional Job Elements Include
- Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
- Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts.
- Work in an environment where the noise level varies.
- Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather.
- Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs).
- Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site.
Basic Qualifications
- CPR/First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain it within three weeks of hire.
- 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.
- 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.
- Certified Safety Professional.
- 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.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and optional supplemental life plans, EAP, 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 at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, LA, Shreveport - 134,700.00 – 182,200.00 USD annually
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A10410410
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