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At Amazon, we prioritize health, safety, and well-being above all else. There is nothing more important. Amazon is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Site Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Manager to join our team. In this position, you will partner with the site level operations team for your designated site to execute company WHS policies and ensure compliance with 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 to ensure a safe and healthful working environment for our associates.You must demonstrate the ability to build trust and confidence with cross-functional operations teams, influence change through comprehensive risk assessments and safety data analysis, and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. You will instruct and train operations leadership and site WHS professionals in company EHS policies while assisting regional teams in incorporating our safety standards at their sites. Your experience in safety programs and your knowledge of safety, environmental, and ergonomic considerations in an operations environment will be crucial.You will be responsible for developing a team of safety managers and safety professionals at your designated site. Your success will depend on your ability to create and execute leadership development plans for your larger team, and to clearly communicate organizational direction through your team. As a senior leader in the WHS organization, you will assess safety talent to select appropriate bench strength for current and future business needs. Additional 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 requirements in safety policies; identify and implement corrective actions for any deficiencies.Ensure 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 weekly and monthly trends to justify resource allocation to high-risk areas.Propose action plans to Sr. Leadership based on site trends.Audit record keeping practices and Global Safety Database entries for 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 on your site.Engage Injury Prevention Specialists (IPS) and Site Leadership to drive long-term strategic actions to reduce incidents.Perform targeted Kaizen events with Operations teams based on risks identified in tasks (force, repetition, awkward postures).Ensure site leadership and associates are trained and knowledgeable of their responsibilities under each policy.Audit the quality, delivery (including trainer qualifications), and effectiveness of all required safety training.Review the effectiveness of deployed safety tools and revise for continual improvement.Partner with corporate and regional field safety personnel to leverage global safety and environmental best practices into NA network standards.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree7+ years of increasing responsibilities in safety and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations, or relevant experience applicable to the role7+ years of increasing responsibilities in people and performance managementCPR/First Aid CertificationExperience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environmentWillingness to work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends, as required to support direct reports and site needsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree preferredCanadian Registered Safety Professional preferredExperience in a fast-paced, dynamic organizationInterest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nationPrior experience in a management development training programTrack record of effectively managing a safety operation comprising both salaried and hourly staffDemonstrated experience in developing others into higher levels of responsibility in an organizationStrong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interfacing with Directors and VPsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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 ..... full job details .....
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