Area Operations Leader - People & Safety Champion

Amazon; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon in Illinois is seeking an Area Manager to lead a team of hourly staff in our fast-paced fulfillment network. You will drive safety, quality, attendance, and on-time delivery while coaching colleagues to meet ambitious performance goals.

The role involves collaborating with Safety, Engineering, and HR to plan improvements, lifting up to 49 pounds, and standing for long shifts at busy delivery stations. Location: Channahon, IL, USA.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of employee and performance management experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support, mentor, and motivate your hourly workforce.
• Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises.
• Collaborate with Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, Quality Assurance, Human Resources to develop plans to meet business objectives.

Skills

Employee management

Shift flexibility

Performance metrics

Team leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

2+ years Amazon experience

Job description

Amazon in Illinois is seeking an Area Manager to lead a team of hourly staff in our fast-paced fulfillment network. You will drive safety, quality, attendance, and on-time delivery while coaching colleagues to meet ambitious performance goals.

The role involves collaborating with Safety, Engineering, and HR to plan improvements, lifting up to 49 pounds, and standing for long shifts at busy delivery stations. Location: Channahon, IL, USA.