Injury Prevention Specialist

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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.

Core Impact Areas:
Proactive Prevention - Drive injury prevention through advanced data analysis and evidence-based solutions. Design and implement targeted ergonomic interventions based on risk assessment findings and injury trends. Lead comprehensive workplace evaluations to identify and eliminate potential hazards before they cause harm. Transform complex injury data into actionable strategies that protect associates and optimize work processes.

Wellness Education - Champion a culture of proactive health and injury prevention through innovative training programs and hands-on coaching. Develop and deliver engaging ergonomic education that empowers associates to make informed decisions about their wellbeing. Build trusted partnerships with operations teams to integrate prevention strategies into daily workflows. Create sustainable behavior change through personalized coaching and positive reinforcement techniques.

Additional Job Elements include:
  • 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

For those that do not have an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, must obtain within 3 weeks of start date.


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Must be a Certified Athletic Trainer, by either the Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent State Certification
  • Must have a valid card evidencing successful completion of a First Aid, CPR, and AED course from the American Heart Associate or American Red Cross
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital recordkeeping

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in an occupational or industrial setting
  • Experience with an industrial wellness program

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.


The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at


USA, IL, Matteson - 60,200.00 - 90,200.00 USD annually

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