Multi-Site EHS Manager II

Amazon • Lenexa, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work! At Amazon, we’ve set the ambitious goal to become the benchmark of safety excellence across all industries in which we operate. We're seeking a dedicated Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Manager to join our mission of creating the world's safest work environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to directly impact associate wellbeing while driving operational excellence. As a WHS Manager, you'll be the site's safety champion, leading our Global WHS Program implementation. You'll combine hands-on safety management with strategic thinking to protect our most valuable asset – our people. Your role bridges the gap between safety requirements and operational success, requiring both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills. Working closely with Operations leadership, you'll drive safety initiatives that make a real difference. You'll conduct comprehensive risk assessments, analyze safety data, and implement practical solutions that protect associates while supporting productivity. Your ability to build relationships and influence positive change will be essential as you help shape our safety culture. You'll lead safety compliance efforts, conduct thorough site audits, and analyze incident trends to target improvements where they matter most. Managing our first aid program and emergency response capabilities, you'll ensure immediate care is always available. Your analytical skills will transform safety data into actionable insights, while your leadership abilities will help engage associates in our safety mission.

Requirements

• Flexibility to travel 50-70% of the time
• Ability to work various shifts
• 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 (delivery stations include outside loading departments)
• Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs)
• Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site
• Obtain an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 3 weeks of start date (if not already possessed)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience
• 3+ years of increasing responsibilities in WHS and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations
• 3+ years of increasing responsibilities in people and performance management, or 2+ years of Amazon Safety (blue badge/FTE) experience

Nice To Haves

• Distribution Center or manufacturing safety experience with mix of exempt and non-exempt employees at a site of at least 250 people
• Master’s degree
• Experience in a fast-paced, changing/growing organization
• Certified Safety Professional
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort collaborating with site leaders
• Ability to develop and implement department goals and strategies
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability
• Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and the use of pivot tables and the development of charts and graphics
• Ability to manage multiple sites/remotely

Responsibilities

• Lead Global WHS Program implementation
• Combine hands-on safety management with strategic thinking to protect people
• Bridge the gap between safety requirements and operational success
• Work closely with Operations leadership to drive safety initiatives
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments
• Analyze safety data
• Implement practical solutions that protect associates while supporting productivity
• Build relationships and influence positive change to shape safety culture
• Lead safety compliance efforts
• Conduct thorough site audits
• Analyze incident trends to target improvements
• Manage the first aid program and emergency response capabilities
• Transform safety data into actionable insights
• Engage associates in the safety mission
• Transform safety culture through leadership and innovative solutions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that set new benchmarks in workplace safety
• Leverage technology and data analytics to drive preventive safety measures
• Develop leadership plans, communicate expectations, and drive initiatives to create a safe work environment
• Measure performance against WHS policies, analyze metrics, and conduct site audits to address non-compliance issues
• Build partnerships with Operations leadership to integrate safety into every aspect of the business
• Use compelling data analysis and risk insights to influence positive change and drive strategic decision-making
• Establish yourself as a trusted advisor who balances safety excellence with operational demands
• Oversee recordkeeping, workplace organization, and WHS training programs

Benefits

• Sign-on payments
• Restricted stock units (RSUs)
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level