Operations Manager - Iowa City, IA

Company: Iowa State Job Bank
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Job summaryOur WW Operations network delivers millions of packages and smiles to Amazon customers every day. We are looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team as an Operations Manager. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of salaried and hourly talent. You will be responsible for engaging your team during their shifts to maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance, and performance. To achieve this, managers are expected to provide their team with the tools needed for success while driving improvements in productivity and efficiency through data-driven decisions and analytical problem-solving. You will also play a key role in maintaining our customer expectations to ensure customer orders are delivered at the right time, to the right location. Our Operation's workflow has three major components: First mile - where the product is housed and ready for order; Middle mile - where the order is hauled to your area; and Last mile - when the product is delivered to the customer's door. Please note that all workflows have slight building variations, but one thing is constant: our vision and dedication to the customer. Key Responsibilities and Job Elements:Support, mentor, and motivate your salaried and hourly workforceLead large-scope projects with site and regional impactBuild and execute productivity plans through forecast reviews, determining productivity requirements, and partnering with other Leaders to load balanceManage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promisesCollaborate with all support teams including Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, Quality Assurance, Human Resources to develop plans to meet business objectivesLift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reachStand/walk for up to 12 hours during shiftsWork in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loudWork 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)Our fulfillment network launches new Operations sites every year, providing various opportunities for your professional growth. We hire Operations Managers based on location preference and the business' current openings. A Bachelor's Degree or 2+ years Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience3+ years of direct management experience for employees and their performanceWork a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidaysExperience managing a team of 2+ salaried employees and 70+ indirect employeesExperience scoping, leading, and implementing process improvements through: Lean process, Kaizen, and/or Six Sigma.Demonstrated problem solving skills and analytical skillsExcellent customer service skills, communication skills and interpersonal skillsTrack record of meeting or exceeding department performance goalsA Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or a related field.Experience in: military, manufacturing, automotive, biotech, electronics, energy, instrumentation, machinery, defense/aerospace, medical, cosmetics, production, or distribution environments.Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

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