Ergonomics Specialist

Ergonomics Specialist – ProgressiveHealth Occ Health, LLC – Atlanta, GA

We are seeking an energetic and engaging Ergonomics Specialist to join our Ergonomics Center team supporting a major airline carrier at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

In this unique role, you will serve as an ergonomic coach and trainer, helping employees learn safe work practices through hands-on instruction, movement coaching, and operational simulations. This position combines injury prevention, ergonomics, employee education, and early intervention services to help reduce workplace injuries and improve employee performance in a dynamic aviation environment.

If you enjoy teaching, coaching employees, and making a measurable impact on workforce health and safety, we encourage you to apply. Come be a part of a growing organization with a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day shift schedule, no weekends!

What will you be doing in this role?

Ergonomic Training & Education

Lead ergonomic and lift training programs in both classroom and operational settings
Facilitate hands-on simulations and movement coaching designed to improve employee safety and performance
Observe employee movement patterns and provide real-time coaching and feedback
Educate employees on proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and safe work practices

Injury Prevention & Early Intervention

Provide proactive injury prevention services, injury care, assessment, and medical triage as defined by OSHA standards
Deliver ergonomic postural education and recommend appropriate interventions
Escalate employees for additional medical care when appropriate

Ergonomic Assessments & Program Support

Conduct ergonomic assessments by understanding site operations, job processes, and physical demands
Develop recommendations aimed at reducing injury risk and improving employee safety
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to workforce health and ergonomics

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate and detailed documentation in a timely manner
Provide feedback to employees and client leadership regarding health and safety opportunities
Understand and report key program metrics to leadership, client partners, and operations management

This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.

Our ideal candidate will have:

A Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field such as Exercise Physiology, Occupational Ergonomics, Health & Wellness, Health Promotion, Human Performance, Human Factors, Safety & Environmental, Public Health, Sports Science, Physical Education, Fitness, Personal Training, or Athletics
CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations, preferred
The ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout entire assigned shift
Ergonomic and/or occupational health experience
Previous experience with public speaking in a training environment is preferred
A high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
The ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
Be able to maintain confidentiality
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

What you get from us:

Opportunity for important work/life balance
Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
Company-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans + company match with auto-enrollment after probationary period
Continuing education assistance
Opportunities for growth and advancement

Eligibility to Work:

This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring current or future sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H-1B, OPT, etc.).

About ProgressiveHealth:

ProgressiveHealth is the premier provider of a broad spectrum of occupational and non-occupational health services including on-site medical, injury prevention, health improvement, rehabilitation management solutions, and more! We are dedicated to delivering superior care and improving both patient and client outcomes. With over 1,000 employees supporting operations across the United States and in Canada, ProgressiveHealth continues to expand the number of client partners it serves and the lives it impacts.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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