Position Details

Type Full-Time

Experience entry

Exp. Years 1 year

Education High school or equivalent

Category Engineering (Non-Software)

About this role

EHS Specialist at Amazon Newark focuses on safety program implementation, audits, and incident investigations to protect employees and improve safety culture. The role requires strong MS Word/Excel skills, knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, and the ability to respond to emergencies and handle confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

Lead safety audits and risk assessments
Conduct incident investigations
Deliver safety training
Support emergency response
Maintain confidentiality

Technical Overview

Safety-focused role leveraging OSHA standards, data collection in Word/Excel, and emergency response planning to support hazard assessments and training.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an entry-level EHS professional with 1 year of safety-related experience or a recent Amazon safety assignment, solid OSHA knowledge, and MS Word/Excel proficiency. They should be capable of handling confidential matters, performing incident investigations, and contributing to emergency response readiness.

Must-Have Skills

High school or equivalentKnowledge of OSHA regulationsspecifically 29 CFR 19101 year EHS related field OR; Bachelor’s in EHS OR; 6 months in Amazon safetyMicrosoft Word and Excel proficiencyConfidentiality in workplace matters

Nice-to-Have Skills

Bachelor's degree or higher in safety fieldExperience leading a teamEmergency response experience and CPR/First Aid certificates

Tools & Platforms

Microsoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Required Skills

High school or equivalent1 year in EHS or 6 months in Amazon safetyOSHA regulationsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelconfidentialityFirst Aid/CPRemergency response

Hard Skills

OSHA regulationsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelFirst Aid/CPR

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeamworkAnalysisJudgmentCustomer focus

Certifications

Required

First Aid/CPR certification

Industry & Role

Industry Logistics

Job Function Develop and enforce workplace safety practices at Amazon facilities in Newark, CA.

Role Subtype EHS Specialist

Keywords for Your Resume

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Deal Breakers

Lack of OSHA knowledge or 29 CFR 1910 familiarity, No MS Word/Excel proficiency, Inability to perform lifting up to 49 pounds or stand/walk 12 hours

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