Injury Prevention Specialist, Workplace Health and Safety

Amazon • Etna, OH

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About The Position

The Injury Prevention Specialist (IPS) at Amazon will be a key member of the Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team, focusing on minimizing ergonomic risks and promoting safe work practices within an Amazon Fulfillment Center. This role involves proactive analysis of job functions, conducting biomechanical assessments, and leading injury prevention initiatives to enhance employee health and wellbeing.

Requirements

• Must be a Certified Athletic Trainer, by either the Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent State Certification.
• Must have a valid card evidencing successful completion of a First Aid, CPR, and AED course from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital recordkeeping.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an occupational or industrial setting.
• Experience with an industrial wellness program.
• Experience working with a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Minimize the risk of ergonomic injury to employees through awareness, education, and early intervention.
• Analyze each job function within the Fulfillment Center to understand ergonomic and physical demands.
• Evaluate and improve standard work processes to address poor ergonomic conditions.
• Analyze trends in soft tissue injuries and develop action plans to mitigate risks.
• Engage frequently with associates and operational leaders to promote safety.
• Support site leadership in implementing Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Job Rotation policies.
• Collaborate with the onsite medical team to implement treatment plans for first aid cases.
• Maintain all first aid credentials.

Benefits

• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
• Equal opportunity employer policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree