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Job type full-time
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3+ years of growing responsibilities in and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations.
Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment.
Experience leading multiple direct reports.
Bachelor’s degree in , environmental, ergonomics or a related field required, or 2+ years amazon work experience
Must be flexible regarding shifts.
**please note, this job requisition is only for referral candidates- please only apply if you were directly referred to this job**
**job will be used for all locations**
The site whs manager will be responsible for partnering with a site operations team in a fulfillment center to execute company policies and ensure compliance to all applicable local and regional regulationsBy leveraging lean principles and kaizens, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce conditional and ergonomic risk in our processes to ensure a safe and healthful working environment for our associatesA successful site whs manager will demonstrate the ability to build trust and confidence with the operations team and inspire change through providing comprehensive risk assessments and data analysis.
The site whs manager must be an effective communicator and send clear, concise and consistent messages, both verbally and in writingYou will instruct and train operations leaders in amazon policies and assist the operations site teams in incorporating our standards at their siteYou will work to identify best practices and incorporate these standard methodologies into our standards to continuously improve the landscapeThe site whs manager will possess excellent program knowledge as well as environmental and ergonomic knowledge and be able demonstrate this expertise when working with operations.
The site whs manager will lead a team of hourly team members: whs specialist, coordinators, onsite first aid associatesYou will create and execute leadership development plans for your associates on the teamThey will communicate team expectations and give frequent and appropriate feedback to their teams and ensure they are executing the core competencies of an amazon professional.
Site whs manager responsibilities:
Possess a thorough understanding of local/regional regulations and company policy.
Provide guidance and oversight to ensure compliance to all applicable amazon policies.
Measure sites’ performance against published requirements in policiesFor all deficiencies, identify a plan for the site to implement and fix all identified deficiencies.
Deliver on-time and quality projects to operations.
Analyze metrics and review incident weekly and monthly incident trends to discover trends to rationalize the allocation of appropriate resources to areas where the risk is highest.
Perform frequent site audits to identify all non-compliance equipment and/or processes at the siteImplement solutions to eliminate exposure to these risks and prevent injury at other fcs.
Audit record-keeping practices and global database (gensuite) entries to be aligned with global standards and local regulations.
Audit the workplace organization and associate behaviors to ensure that training, auditing and scoring methods are accurate and consistent.
Lead and mentor associates in your assigned facility.
Spend time at the fulfillment centers and seek input from teams, associates and leaders on program improvement opportunitiesEnsure open communication on status of progress and resolution against these suggestions.
Ensure site leadership and associates are trained and knowledgeable of their responsibilities under each policyAudit the quality, delivery (including qualifications of the trainer), and effectiveness of all required training.
Amazon offers competitive packages including comprehensive health care, 401(k), stock based awards, growth potential, and a challenging and exciting work environment.
Distribution center or manufacturing experience with mix of exempt and non-exempt employees at a site of at least 250 people preferred.
Master’s degree preferred
Experience in a fast paced, changing/growing organization
Certified professional preferred
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.
Amazon.com is an equal opportunity employer – minority / women / disability / veteran / gender identity / sexual orientation / age
