EHS Specialist - Markham, United States - Amazon Services LLC

Amazon Services LLC

Verified Company

Markham, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

1+ years of workplace health & safety (WHS) related field experience

Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
High school or equivalent
Experience using Microsoft Word in a professional capacity
Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security or personnel issues in the workplace

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.

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

Markham, IL, USA