Lead Operations Associate — Flexible Shifts

Amazon Inc.; River Grove (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Inc. in River Grove, IL, is seeking a Lead Associate to drive fast, reliable delivery operations with a focus on customer obsession and operational excellence. The role requires flexibility to work at sites within 10 miles and open availability seven days a week.

You will lead, train, and support a team, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery while maintaining a clean workspace. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, quick prioritization, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience.
• High school or equivalent.
• 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.
• Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Support, motivate, and model desired behavior for the rest of the team
• Manage operational processes, safety, quality, performance, and customer delivery promises following the Regional Area Manager guidance, and act as their main support at your assigned site
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, safe, and organized workspace
• Provide ongoing training in areas including system and equipment knowledge, quality training, general operations, and assist Regional Area Manager in identifying training needs
• Provide feedback on processes and standards, serving as the escalation point to assist associates and peers in solving issues where appropriate, training, deploying labor, and ensuring the team takes required breaks and lunches
• Maintain a key to the site, and open and close following the proper procedures.
• Handle a wide assortment of products including produce, meat, seafood, and alcoholic beverages
• Receive truck deliveries
• Collaborate with both associates and delivery partners to ensure smooth operations and excellent customer service
• Participate in associate onboarding as required
• Ensure consistent execution of product workflow processes, guiding associates as needed including receiving, stocking, replenishing product, and preparing for delivery
• Perform front-line duties whenever necessary
• Contribute to continuous improvement of customer experience and operations by participating in the development of best practices and continuous product knowledge
• Utilize inventory management systems to scan, process, and count product
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Amazon Inc. in River Grove, IL, is seeking a Lead Associate to drive fast, reliable delivery operations with a focus on customer obsession and operational excellence. The role requires flexibility to work at sites within 10 miles and open availability seven days a week.

You will lead, train, and support a team, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery while maintaining a clean workspace. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, quick prioritization, and a commitment to