Workplace Health and Safety Specialist 2026 – Central (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

Amazon is hiring a Workplace Health and Safety Specialist in Jonesboro, Arkansas, for a full-time role focused on building safety excellence across our operations. If you're a recent or upcoming graduate passionate about protecting people and creating safer workplaces, this entry-level position offers comprehensive training and the opportunity to become a safety leader in one of the world's most demanding environments.

About the Role

As a Workplace Health and Safety Specialist, you'll join Amazon's commitment to setting the industry standard for safety. This role provides structured mentorship, hands-on training, and clear career progression as you develop from entry-level specialist into a confident safety professional capable of managing programs, leading initiatives, and influencing workplace culture across our facilities.

What You'll Do

• Conduct safety inspections and audits throughout your assigned work area to identify hazards and compliance gaps
• Investigate workplace incidents and near-misses, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions
• Support the development and delivery of safety training programs for associates at all levels
• Monitor adherence to safety procedures and provide coaching to help teams maintain safe work practices
• Collaborate with operations, human resources, and leadership teams to integrate safety into daily workflows
• Maintain detailed safety records, metrics, and documentation required for compliance and continuous improvement
• Identify emerging hazards and recommend preventive measures to reduce injury risk
• Participate in safety meetings and contribute ideas to enhance workplace safety programs

What We're Looking For

• Current graduation or expected graduation in 2026 from a high school, college, or university program
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes consistently
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working with diverse teams
• Ability to learn quickly and apply training to real-world situations
• Genuine interest in workplace health, safety, and continuous improvement
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment
• Reliability and professional approach to your responsibilities

About Amazon

Amazon operates fulfillment centers, sort centers, and delivery facilities where safety is not an afterthought—it's foundational. We've committed to becoming Earth's safest place to work, which means investing in our people, our processes, and our safety specialists who drive this mission every single day.

How to Apply

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