EHS Specialist
Downers Grove, IL$28.94/hr - $33.41/hrFull-timePosted yesterday
About the role
Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work. As a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS), you will drive safety programs, lead audits and investigations, and advocate for associate wellbeing to transform workplace safety culture across Amazon facilities.
Responsibilities
- Drive comprehensive safety programs through data-driven strategies and lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments
- Implement innovative safety solutions to prevent injuries and deliver engaging safety training
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workplace safety while maintaining operational efficiency
- Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing, building partnerships across all levels of the organization
- Transform safety data into compelling narratives to influence positive change and drive engagement in safety initiatives
- Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach; stand/walk for up to 12 hours; maintain safety during variable noise and temperatures; climb stairs (where applicable)
- Be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights, and/or weekends
- Obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 3 weeks if not already certified
Qualifications
- High school or equivalent
- A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR a Bachelor’s degree in EHS-relevant background OR 6 months experience in a safety-related role within Amazon
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
- Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace
Skills
Required:Safety program managementIncident investigation
Nice to have:Data-driven decision making
Benefits
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Basic Life & AD&D insurance with option for supplemental life plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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