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The Director of Occupational Safety is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive safety programs that ensure a safe and compliant work environment across the Express Amazon network. This role is within the operations team, running 24/7/365, where being on-site is required. The Director of Occupational Safety leads strategic initiatives to reduce risk, prevent injuries, and promote a culture of safety excellence. This includes driving a proactive safety culture with creative solutions, working through effective injury follow-up, workplace accommodations, ergonomic assessments, and risk mitigation planning.

• Develop and lead division occupational safety strategy, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits; implement corrective actions.
• Integrate safety into all business processes.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts 
• Lead and mentor a team of safety professionals.
• Point of contact for work injuries.
• Ensure timely incident reporting, investigation, and documentation alignment with regulatory and company requirements.
• Collaborate with HR, Operations, Worker’s Compensation and third-party administrators to facilitate return-to-work options.
• Manage injured employees’ progress and coordinate medical updates.
• Oversee and evaluate safety layout of warehouse floor, ramp, and office environments to reduce hazards.
• Identify and implement ergonomic solutions to minimize risk of strain and repetitive motion injuries.
• Proactively identify behavioral or environmental risk factors.
• Partner with leadership to address non-compliance or coaching opportunities.
• Develop and maintain risk mitigation plans in response to injury trends, operational risks, and audit findings.
• Facilitate safety training, toolbox talks, and proactive engagement campaigns to promote a culture of safety.
• Identify patterns, recommend corrective actions, and track effectiveness of interventions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Safety, Compliance, Operations) to ensure alignment with corporate standards and regulatory expectations.
• Evaluate accommodation requests in accordance with company policies, ADA, and operational feasibility.Partner with HR and leadership to determine and implement reasonable accommodations.
• Ensure restrictions align with medical guidance.

• BA in Safety Management, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Health, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7 years of experience in operations in logistics, warehousing, or aviation.
• 5 years of Ramp safety experience
• 7 years of experience in disability management, worker’s compensation, or related field
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, ADA, and best practices in injury management and ergonomics
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence behavior and foster a safety-first mindset at all levels of the division
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information and employee situations with discretion and professionalism
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, hands-on approach
• Data-driven mindset with experience using safety management systems (SMS)
• Crisis management and emergency response planning expertise
• In‐depth knowledge industry safety standards
• Ability to travel regularly across the assigned region and work flexible hours as needed

• Standing/Walking/Climbing ladder 70
• Sitting 15
• Work enviornment is warehouse and ramp conditions with seasonal weather

• Want your pay in advance?  Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition?  On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
• Need quality medical care?   Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life?  Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
• Want to invest in your future?  401k program offered!
• Looking to grow and have a career with us?  Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.