Jobs · Manufacturing · Kansas

Multi-Site EHS Manager II

Amazon · Garden City, KS · 2 mo ago
ManufacturingFull-time

Application deadline: August 18, 2026

About the role

Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work. As a Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Manager, you will lead the implementation of our Global WHS Program, directly impacting associate wellbeing while driving operational excellence. This role bridges safety requirements and operational success, requiring technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills to shape our safety culture.

You will work closely with Operations leadership to integrate safety into every aspect of our business, conduct risk assessments, analyze safety data, and implement practical solutions that protect associates while supporting productivity. Your leadership will help engage associates in our safety mission, ensuring immediate care is available through first aid and emergency response management.

Responsibilities

  • Transform safety culture through leadership and innovative solutions, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Leverage technology and data analytics to implement preventive safety measures that protect associates and enhance operational excellence.
  • Develop leadership plans, communicate safety 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 business operations.
  • Use data analysis and risk insights to influence positive change and drive strategic decision-making.
  • Oversee recordkeeping, workplace organization, and WHS training programs.
  • Manage first aid programs and emergency response capabilities at the site.
  • Analyze incident trends to target improvements where they matter most.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree, 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.
  • Flexibility to travel 50-70% of the time and work various shifts.
  • Ability to lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
  • Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts.
  • Work in environments with variable noise levels and temperatures (including outdoor loading departments).
  • Continuously climb and descend stairs (where applicable).
  • Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site.
  • Obtain adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 3 weeks of start date (if not already certified).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience within a distribution center, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
  • Master's degree or above.
  • Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
  • Experience leading the development of department strategy.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including pivot tables and chart/graphic development.
  • Ability to manage multiple sites remotely.
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.

Pay

  • USA, CO, Sterling: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00 USD annually
  • USA, KS, Garden City: $56,700.00 - $85,100.00 USD annually
  • USA, MO, Brookfield: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00 USD annually
  • USA, MO, Maryville: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00 USD annually
  • USA, NE, North Platte: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00 USD annually

Benefits

Amazon offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and optional supplemental life plans).
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health support.
  • Medical Advice Line and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage.
  • 401(k) matching.
  • Paid time off and parental leave.
  • Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).

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