Keila Ribeiro
Brockton
Summary
Safety-focused Public Health professional with hands-on experience in warehouse operations and workplace health and safety. Currently serving as an Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Specialist, supporting injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced fulfillment environment. Strong background in public health principles, employee training, incident investigation, and data-driven safety initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Specialist
Amazon
Stoughton
01.2024 - Current
- Support day-to-day WHS operations to ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment for associates, demonstrating Customer Obsession by prioritizing associate well-being as the foundation of operational success.
- Conduct workplace safety audits, ergonomic assessments, and job hazard analyses to identify and mitigate risks, applying Dive Deep and Bias for Action to proactively reduce hazards.
- Investigate workplace injuries and near-miss incidents, complete root cause analyses, and partner with operations leadership on corrective actions, exemplifying Ownership and Earn Trust through data-driven recommendations.
- Monitor safety metrics, incident trends, and leading indicators to drive continuous safety improvements, leveraging Insist on the Highest Standards to improve site safety performance.
- Facilitate safety trainings, safety stand-downs, and onboarding education for associates and leadership, demonstrating Learn and Be Curious while developing scalable safety knowledge.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, Amazon safety policies, and site-specific standard work, reinforcing Are Right, A Lot through policy knowledge and consistent execution.
- Serve as a point of contact for associate safety concerns, promoting a culture of safety and open communication aligned with Earn Trust and Customer Obsession.
- Participate in emergency response preparedness, drills, and incident response activities, applying Bias for Action during time-sensitive situations.
- Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Specialist. Website: [Amazon](https://www.amazon.com)
Warehouse Associate
Green Rabbit
Braintree
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted with warehouse operations, material handling, and order fulfillment.
- Maintained safe work practices and supported compliance with site safety standards.
- Warehouse Associate. Website: [Green Rabbit](https://www.greenrabbit.com)
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Stoughton
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed warehouse operations including picking, packing, and palletizing in a high-volume environment.
- Followed safety procedures, proper lifting techniques, and ergonomic best practices.
- Supported team productivity while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.
- Warehouse Associate. Website: [Amazon](https://www.amazon.com)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05.2023
Diploma of Completion & Diploma - Health Services
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School
Easton, MA06.2018
Skills
- Workplace Health & Safety Compliance
- OSHA Standards & Safety Programs
- Incident Reporting & Investigation
- Ergonomic Assessments
- Safety Audits & Inspections
- Data Tracking & Trend Analysis
- Associate Training & Engagement
- Quantitative & Qualitative Research
- Strong Communication & Documentation
- Emergency preparedness
- Leadership development
- Hazard analysis
Certification
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
- Certified Home Health Aide (HHA)
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- OSHA & Workplace Safety Training (Amazon WHS)
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Ergonomics & Injury Prevention
- Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
- Emergency Response & Incident Management
Awards
Dean's List, Fitchburg State University, 2020-2022
References
Available upon request
Languages
- Cape Verdean Creole
- English, Fluent
- Cape Verdean Creole, Fluent
Leadership And Involvement
Latin American Student Organization, Public Relations, Fitchburg State University, Promoted inclusiveness and cultural awareness across campus., Marketed social events and meetings to the university community., Supported student engagement and outreach initiatives.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Cape Verdean Creole
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Specialist
Amazon
01.2024 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Green Rabbit
01.2021 - 12.2021
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Fitchburg State University
Diploma of Completion & Diploma - Health Services
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School