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EHS Manager roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3 when employers file PERM labor certification through the DOL. Positions requiring a bachelor's degree in environmental science, occupational health, or a related field with progressive compliance experience meet the skilled-worker threshold most sponsoring employers target.
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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. We're seeking a dedicated Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Manager to join our mission of creating the world's safest work environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to directly impact associate well being while driving operational excellence.
As a WHS Manager, you'll be the site's safety champion, leading our Global WHS Program implementation. You'll combine hands-on safety management with strategic thinking to protect our most valuable asset – our people. Your role bridges the gap between safety requirements and operational success, requiring both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills. Working closely with Operations leadership, you'll drive safety initiatives that make a real difference. You'll conduct comprehensive risk assessments, analyze safety data, and implement practical solutions that protect associates while supporting productivity. Your ability to build relationships and influence positive change will be essential as you help shape our safety culture. You'll lead safety compliance efforts, conduct thorough site audits, and analyze incident trends to target improvements where they matter most. Managing our first aid program and emergency response capabilities, you'll ensure immediate care is always available. Your analytical skills will transform safety data into actionable insights, while your leadership abilities will help engage associates in our safety mission.
Core Impact Areas:
Safety Leadership & Innovation - Transform safety culture through leadership and innovative solutions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that set new benchmarks in workplace safety. Leverage technology and data analytics to drive preventive safety measures that protect our associates while enhancing operational excellence. Develop leadership plans, communicate 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.
Strategic Partnership & Influence - Build partnerships with Operations leadership to integrate safety into every aspect of our business. Use compelling data analysis and risk insights to influence positive change and drive strategic decision-making. Establish yourself as a trusted advisor who balances safety excellence with operational demands. Oversee recordkeeping, workplace organization, and WHS training programs.
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, 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
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Distribution Center or Manufacturing EHS experience with mix of exempt and non-exempt employees at a site of at least 250 people
- Master’s degree
- Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment.
- Experience in a fast paced, dynamic organization
- Certified Safety Professional
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interfacing with site leader
- Ability to develop and implement department goals and strategies
- Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WI, Kenosha - 70,100.00 - 105,200.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
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. We're seeking a dedicated Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Manager to join our mission of creating the world's safest work environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to directly impact associate well being while driving operational excellence.
As a WHS Manager, you'll be the site's safety champion, leading our Global WHS Program implementation. You'll combine hands-on safety management with strategic thinking to protect our most valuable asset – our people. Your role bridges the gap between safety requirements and operational success, requiring both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills. Working closely with Operations leadership, you'll drive safety initiatives that make a real difference. You'll conduct comprehensive risk assessments, analyze safety data, and implement practical solutions that protect associates while supporting productivity. Your ability to build relationships and influence positive change will be essential as you help shape our safety culture. You'll lead safety compliance efforts, conduct thorough site audits, and analyze incident trends to target improvements where they matter most. Managing our first aid program and emergency response capabilities, you'll ensure immediate care is always available. Your analytical skills will transform safety data into actionable insights, while your leadership abilities will help engage associates in our safety mission.
Core Impact Areas:
Safety Leadership & Innovation - Transform safety culture through leadership and innovative solutions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that set new benchmarks in workplace safety. Leverage technology and data analytics to drive preventive safety measures that protect our associates while enhancing operational excellence. Develop leadership plans, communicate 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.
Strategic Partnership & Influence - Build partnerships with Operations leadership to integrate safety into every aspect of our business. Use compelling data analysis and risk insights to influence positive change and drive strategic decision-making. Establish yourself as a trusted advisor who balances safety excellence with operational demands. Oversee recordkeeping, workplace organization, and WHS training programs.
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, 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
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Distribution Center or Manufacturing EHS experience with mix of exempt and non-exempt employees at a site of at least 250 people
- Master’s degree
- Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment.
- Experience in a fast paced, dynamic organization
- Certified Safety Professional
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interfacing with site leader
- Ability to develop and implement department goals and strategies
- Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WI, Kenosha - 70,100.00 - 105,200.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an EHS Manager
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires a U.S. master's degree or foreign equivalent, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive EHS experience. EB-3 covers bachelor's-level candidates. Knowing which category fits your background shapes which employers are worth targeting.
Document your compliance certifications before applying
PERM audit responses require proof that your qualifications match the job description exactly. Gather OSHA 30-hour cards, CSP or CIH credentials, ISO 14001 training records, and any state-specific environmental licenses before your employer begins the PERM filing.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Manufacturers, chemical producers, construction firms, and utilities routinely sponsor EHS Managers because retaining certified safety professionals justifies the PERM investment. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm an employer has filed for this occupational category before.
Use Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring EHS roles
Filtering by sponsorship history saves you from applying to employers who have never initiated a PERM case. Migrate Mate surfaces EHS Manager openings at companies with documented green card filing activity, so your job search stays focused on viable sponsors.
Negotiate the PERM job description during the offer stage
The PERM labor certification locks in the minimum requirements for your role permanently. Work with your employer to ensure the job description reflects your actual duties and credentials accurately, since overly narrow or mismatched language can force a re-filing that resets your priority date.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your EHS offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your EHS Manager role in the specific work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level before accepting an offer, because a salary below the prevailing rate blocks PERM certification regardless of employer intent.
Green Card EHS Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an EHS Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most EHS Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in environmental science, occupational health, safety management, or a related field. If the employer requires a master's degree or you have a bachelor's plus five years of progressive EHS experience, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's attorney determines the category based on the actual job requirements and your credentials.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for EHS Managers?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery and a six-year maximum stay. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China, where backlogs exist. PERM requires a formal labor market test and typically takes two to four years from filing to receiving a green card, but it ends in lawful permanent residency rather than a visa renewal cycle.
Which industries most commonly sponsor EHS Managers for green cards?
Manufacturing, petrochemical, construction, utilities, and aerospace companies sponsor EHS Managers at higher rates because their compliance obligations under OSHA, EPA, and state environmental agencies make retaining credentialed safety professionals a business necessity. Federal contractors subject to E-Verify requirements also tend to build longer-term sponsorship pipelines for EHS roles compared to lighter-regulated industries.
How can I find EHS Manager jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Start your search on Migrate Mate, which filters job listings by employers with documented PERM and green card filing history for EHS and safety management roles. This narrows your applications to companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor, rather than relying on employer self-reporting in job postings, which is often incomplete or inaccurate.
Can my employer start PERM sponsorship while I am on an H-1B or OPT?
Yes. Employers can file PERM labor certification while you hold H-1B status or are authorized to work on OPT. Filing PERM early matters because your green card priority date is set when USCIS receives the I-140 petition, not when PERM is approved. Starting the process before your temporary authorization expires gives you more runway and preserves your place in the visa queue.