Richard Powers
About Richard Powers
Richard Powers is a Multi Site Environmental Health and Safety Specialist at Amazon Logistics, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in environmental health and safety management, having previously held roles at Amazon, Cintas, and UniFirst Corporation.
Current Role at Amazon Logistics
Richard Powers currently serves as a Multi-Site Environmental Health and Safety Specialist at Amazon Logistics, a position he has held since 2021 in Cathedral City, California. In this role, he ensures that site leadership and Associates are well-trained and knowledgeable about their responsibilities under various safety policies. He conducts frequent site safety audits to identify non-compliance in equipment and processes. Additionally, he audits record-keeping practices to ensure they align with global safety standards and local regulations. Powers also analyzes Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) metrics and reviews incident trends weekly and monthly to allocate resources effectively.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Prior to his current role, Richard Powers worked as a Site Environmental Health and Safety Specialist at Amazon from 2020 to 2021 in Chino, California. During his tenure, he played a significant role in launching multiple Amazon Logistics sites across the Riverside/San Bernardino County Region. His responsibilities included ensuring compliance with safety regulations and improving safety programs by seeking input from teams, Associates, and leaders.
Educational Background
Richard Powers studied at The Ohio State University College of Arts and Sciences, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts and Science degree in Communication from 2006 to 2009. He also attended Mt. San Antonio College, achieving an Associate's degree in Radio and Television from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a foundation for his communication and management skills in his professional roles.
Career History
Richard Powers has a diverse career history in safety and management roles. Before joining Amazon, he worked at UniFirst Corporation as a District Service Manager for seven months in 2019 and at Cintas as a Facility Services Supervisor from 2017 to 2019. He also held positions at Cintas as a First Aid and Safety Service Sales Representative from 2012 to 2017 and at FedEx as a Load Captain from 2009 to 2012. His early career included roles as a Package Handler at Metro Air Services, Inc. and as a Shift Lead at Hollywood Video.