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Prime Air Area Manager, Amazon Prime Air
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An Operations Supervisor manages daily operations and activities for a company or organization. Primarily involved in supervising and coordinating the activities of front-line employees such as monitoring work progress, providing training, and ensuring compliance. Has authority over the work of their team members but typically reports to higher-level management.
$84,322 / year median in New York
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description At Amazon, we embrace our differences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. How do you deliver packages to customers in under an hour—safely, reliably, and at scale? Prime Air is doing just that. Our team of engineers, operators, and innovators is redefining last-mile delivery through drone technology, and we're just getting started. If you're looking for a fast-paced, hands-on environment where you can lead teams, drive results, and contribute to cutting-edge operations, Prime Air is the place for you. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog: https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos Key job responsibilities Prime Air is seeking a Prime Air Area Manager, where you will serve as a front-line leader responsible for executing daily operations at a Prime Air Drone Delivery Station. You will lead and support teams across flight operations, ground handling, and fulfillment to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused delivery performance. In this role, you will drive key operational metrics including safety, quality, and delivery efficiency; monitor real-time operations to remove barriers and maintain system uptime; and partner with Operations Managers and cross-functional teams to execute staffing and operational plans. You will ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, identify and implement process improvements, develop and coach associates, and provide clear escalation and communication during active operations. In this role, you will directly manage a team of hourly associates, overseeing scheduling, performance management, and day-to-day coaching and development. In partnership with HR, you will address associate relations matters including attendance, performance concerns, and corrective action as needed, while also maintaining accurate timekeeping, headcount tracking, and staffing records for your team. This role may require travel, up to 25% of the time.
Export Control License:
This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon's ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.- 1+ years of direct people management, including performance management and employee development experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience in a fast-paced, automated, industrial, logistics, production or manufacturing environment
- Experience reviewing and analyzing performance metrics to identify areas of opportunity that will drive performance improvement
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
- Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
- Can work in an environment where the noise level varies and is subject to variable temperatures and weather conditions, including working outside in outdoor temperatures and refrigerated environments
- Experience working cross-functionally across several teams both technical and non-technical
- Experience in aviation, aerospace, or drone operations Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
- 73,500.00
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- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Mental Health
- Health and Wellness Programs