Air Operations Manager — Lead Safety & Productivity

Amazon; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Amazon Global Air is seeking an Operations Manager in Rockford, IL. You will lead a team of salaried and hourly staff across inbound and ramp operations, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery while driving productivity through data-driven decisions.

You will partner with Safety, HR, Facilities, and other stakeholders to implement plans that meet business objectives and manage shifts up to 12 hours in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of employee and performance management experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience.
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead a salaried and hourly team to meet safety, quality, attendance, and performance goals.
• Manage inbound, outbound, and ramp operations; drive productivity and on-time delivery.
• Develop and execute productivity plans through forecast reviews and load balancing.
• Collaborate with Safety, HR, Facilities, and other teams to meet business objectives.

Skills

Employee management

Performance management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Job description

Amazon Global Air is seeking an Operations Manager in Rockford, IL. You will lead a team of salaried and hourly staff across inbound and ramp operations, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery while driving productivity through data-driven decisions.

You will partner with Safety, HR, Facilities, and other stakeholders to implement plans that meet business objectives and manage shifts up to 12 hours in varying conditions.