What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Lab Manager, AWS Health & Safety position at Amazon Web Services (AWS)?
Description
We’re seeking a Safety Innovation Laboratory Lab Manager to join the Global Safety Engineering team. This position will be mainly be located in and responsible for the development and management of the premier AWS Safety Innovation Laboratory space in Kent, Washington as well as coordinating prototype deployments at other AWS locations in the region.
On this team you will wear many hats, work smart, and iterate quickly. We’re looking for someone who can define a vision for technical safety opportunities and then execute on that vision. Successful applicants will have a strong and technically oriented background in the management of research equipment, managing laboratory safety programs, running lab facilities/construction projects, advancing lab standards, and partnering with engineers, members of the H&S Programs team, and lab technicians. Successful applicants will have experience defining problems, leading cross-functional teams, and communicating with a large number of stakeholders, including written and oral communications with senior leadership.
Key job responsibilities
Manage the planning, build-out, and relocation of equipment or area within the safety lab, meeting the schedule and programmatic needs of the business
Work with 3rd party test agencies to test and validate equipment/products to be used within AWS Data Centers.
Create, publicize, and enforce laboratory procedures and cleanliness/organization standards, partnering with outside consultants when necessary. Organize and set standards for lab operations with the Design for Safety laboratory space. This includes designing workflows for efficiency, compliance, and output.
Develop and implement test plans, trial plans, and Design of Experiments (DOE’s) for new equipment & processes
Drive cross-functional collaboration to establish and follow work instructions and test and procedures.
Work with risk and safety partners to ensure that regional laboratory safety program are compliant, employees are trained where needed, and records are organized and filed.
Respond to and delegate day-to-day requests and issues in a timely and effective manner. Plan and coordinate with the Global Safety Engineering team, H&S Programs team, and hardware engineers on equipment and facility related requests.
Analyze and synthesize data - create reports, dashboards, and presentations to convey information across the organization.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
Basic Qualifications
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.
USA, WA, Kent - 127,100.00 - 172,000.00 USD annually
Company - Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Job ID: A3181877
We’re seeking a Safety Innovation Laboratory Lab Manager to join the Global Safety Engineering team. This position will be mainly be located in and responsible for the development and management of the premier AWS Safety Innovation Laboratory space in Kent, Washington as well as coordinating prototype deployments at other AWS locations in the region.
On this team you will wear many hats, work smart, and iterate quickly. We’re looking for someone who can define a vision for technical safety opportunities and then execute on that vision. Successful applicants will have a strong and technically oriented background in the management of research equipment, managing laboratory safety programs, running lab facilities/construction projects, advancing lab standards, and partnering with engineers, members of the H&S Programs team, and lab technicians. Successful applicants will have experience defining problems, leading cross-functional teams, and communicating with a large number of stakeholders, including written and oral communications with senior leadership.
Key job responsibilities
Manage the planning, build-out, and relocation of equipment or area within the safety lab, meeting the schedule and programmatic needs of the business
Work with 3rd party test agencies to test and validate equipment/products to be used within AWS Data Centers.
Create, publicize, and enforce laboratory procedures and cleanliness/organization standards, partnering with outside consultants when necessary. Organize and set standards for lab operations with the Design for Safety laboratory space. This includes designing workflows for efficiency, compliance, and output.
Develop and implement test plans, trial plans, and Design of Experiments (DOE’s) for new equipment & processes
Drive cross-functional collaboration to establish and follow work instructions and test and procedures.
Work with risk and safety partners to ensure that regional laboratory safety program are compliant, employees are trained where needed, and records are organized and filed.
Respond to and delegate day-to-day requests and issues in a timely and effective manner. Plan and coordinate with the Global Safety Engineering team, H&S Programs team, and hardware engineers on equipment and facility related requests.
Analyze and synthesize data - create reports, dashboards, and presentations to convey information across the organization.
- Up to 10% travel required.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related STEM field
- Experience managing lab resources, equipment, and supplies
- Proficient in a broad range of tools, equipment, and lab techniques
- Master's degree or above in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related STEM field
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Experience in written and verbal communication skills to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership
- Proven track record of aligning stakeholders and delivering results on time
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.
USA, WA, Kent - 127,100.00 - 172,000.00 USD annually
Company - Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Job ID: A3181877