Area Manager - Lexington, KY

Manufacturing/Production/Operations Career Level   Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff) Reference Code   030536 Company   Amazon URL   www.amazon.com Amazon.com hires people from all types of backgrounds, into positions based all over the world. We recruit the best and brightest. Why Join Amazon.com? At Amazon, we believe that every day is still Day One. A day to take a first step. A day to look forward to new challenges. And today is that day for you. It's your day to be a part of something great. Your day to make your ideas come to life. And your day to join a company that redefines itself every day. That's the energy and excitement behind Amazon. Area Manager - Lexington, KY At Amazon.com, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. Amazon.com is seeking Area Managers for our Fulfillment Centers throughout the United States. Amazon.com is one of the most recognizable brand names in the world and we distribute millions of products each year to our loyal customers. Four key areas that you’ll always focus on are the safety, quality, customer experience, and productivity of your department.  Review the work forecasts and determine your productivity requirements to produce during the day to meet the overall building objectives.  Partner with other Area Managers to balance labor ensuring that you are operating a balanced and efficient shift while meeting all of your goals.  Support all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates. Proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives using Six Sigma and Lean tools (don’t know, but are itching to learn??  We’ll teach you!).   Supervisory Responsibilities: You and your team of warehouse associates are responsible for getting Amazon.com customers their orders. You are responsible for ensuring that you have properly trained people, that their needs are addressed so they can focus on their jobs.  In addition, one of the most important aspects of your job is to lead change at internet speed……innovation has made us the global company that we are today. A completed Bachelor’s Degree is REQUIRED. Engineering, Operations or related field is a plus. 3+ years Management experience in a manufacturing, production or distribution environment. Management of a minimum of 15 employees (including payroll, performance management, work-flow assignment). Ability to speak to performance metrics (how, when, who). Candidates must be flexible to work weekends and/or overnight shift regularly.  Amazon.com offers competitive packages, growth potential and a challenging and exciting work environment.  Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Visit www.amazon.com/careers for more information.