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. The Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team is deeply committed to the safety and wellbeing of our people. WHS sets the strategic direction to provide resources, best practices, and safe environments to proactively manage the health and wellbeing of our workforce. To support these goals, Amazon is seeking an experienced Injury Prevention Specialist (IPS) to join our team. In this role, you will be a part of the local WHS team and will lead both onsite injury prevention and proactive safety. This position will work in an Amazon Fulfillment Center and report directly to the Site WHS Manager. You will work closely with AAs one-on-one with the goal to improve physical movement techniques prior to the onset of soreness or injury through ergonomic training and engagement.
Key job responsibilities
Proactive Prevention – Drive injury prevention through data analysis and evidence-based solutions. Design targeted ergonomic interventions based on risk assessments and injury trends. Lead workplace evaluations to identify and eliminate hazards before they cause harm. Transform injury data into actionable strategies that protect associates and optimize work processes.
Wellness Education – Champion proactive health and injury prevention through innovative training and hands-on coaching. Deliver engaging ergonomic education empowering associates to make informed wellbeing decisions. Partner with operations teams to integrate prevention strategies into daily workflows. Create sustainable behavior change through personalized coaching and positive reinforcement.
Additional Job Elements:
Lift up to 49 pounds; frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
Stand/walk up to 12 hours per shift
Work in variable noise levels, temperatures, and weather (including outdoor loading areas)
Continuously climb and descend stairs (at applicable sites)
Certification Requirement: Must hold adult First Aid, CPR, and AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 3 weeks of start date.
