Process Engineer, Reverse Logistics Operations

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Florence (KY)

On-site

USD 111,000 - 186,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
EAP
Mental Health Support
Medical Advice Line
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Kentucky is seeking a Process Engineer to advance reverse logistics initiatives. You will drive experiments to optimize automated processes, coordinate with operations, hardware, software, safety and procurement teams, and develop clear documentation to support efficient, secure manufacturing and testing environments.

The role emphasizes lean manufacturing, value stream mapping, time studies and RAMS, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration and measurable

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years in a similar role; 3+ years using reporting/analytical tools (Excel/Tableau/Minitab).
  • Experience with line assembly/disassembly processes.
  • Advanced knowledge of warehouse management/shop-floor systems.
  • Experience with process flow layout, value stream mapping, and time studies.

Responsibilities

  • Define, oversee and drive design of experiments to iterate on process and automate mundane tasks.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to improve processes via data analysis, software integration and hardware design.
  • Identify and define new processes as necessary.
  • Develop detailed user and functional requirement documents for project scope and budgeting.
  • Deliver with strong customer focus, clear communication, and program execution within scope, schedule and budget.
  • Develop SOPs, visual aids and RAMS for safe handling and operation.
  • Develop/review process flow maps for efficiency and security requirements.
  • Create and implement RACI charts clarifying responsibilities and avoiding ambiguity.
  • Manage projects to keep stakeholders informed and aligned.

Skills

Line assembly
WMS administration
Value stream mapping
Time studies
Process layout
Data analysis
Project management
Lean manufacturing
Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor’s degree in related quantitative field

Tools

Excel
Tableau
Minitab

Job description

re:Cycle Reverse Logistics is an electronics processing, reuse, and recycling company that works to extend the life of used electronic equipment through reuse, repair, and recycling. We are a stand-alone company within the Amazon corporate family that provides IT Asset Disposition services to other Amazon companies with a specialization in the handling of valuable electronic equipment that was originally used in data centres. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth!

re:Cycle Reverse Logistics is looking for a talented, driven, and highly organized Process Engineer in support of our Reverse Logistics program as we expand our global engineering capabilities; NPI (new product introduction), (industrial) automation, maintenance, continuous improvement through process iteration & hardware development, deploy and maintain new internal tests capabilities keeping equipment time-to-repair to a minimum.

This role will be highly impactful to the business and very customer focused. In this role, you will interact with several cross functional teams including: Operations, Hardware Engineering, Software Development, Safety, Security, Procurement, Legal and 3PLs.

As Process Engineer, you will have a solid foundation in lean manufacturing methodology; value stream mapping, time-study exercises, process line flows/operation, line balancing, problem solving, project management, data analysis, quality & safety systems, Kaizen, URS/FRD & BRD development.

Key job responsibilities
  • Define, oversee and drive “design of experiments” activities to iterate on process and automate mundane & repetitive activities.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stake holders to improve processes through data analysis, software integration and hardware design & implementation.
  • Identify and define new processes as necessary.
  • Develop detailed user & functional requirement documents defining project success for effective scoping & budgeting for complex problems.
  • Delivery; exceptional customer obsession, clear & concise communication skills, program/project execution within defined scope, schedule & budget,
  • Develop documentation - SOP’s. Visual Aids and RAMS for safe handling and process operation.
  • Develop/review process flow mapping for optimal process in accordance with security requirements.
  • Develop and implement RACI charts ensuring all stake holders are informed of responsibilities and eliminate ambiguity.
  • Project Management to ensure stake holders are informed of responsibilities and eliminate ambiguity.
About the team

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

About AWS
Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role, 3+ years of experience in using reporting and analytical tools, such as Excel, Tableau, Minitab etc.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Technical or business discipline or other related quantitative discipline.
  • Experience and knowledge of line assembly/disassembly process.
  • Advanced knowledge in administration of warehouse management system/shop-floor system.
  • Experience with physical layout of process flows, value stream mapping, time-studies for optimal efficiency.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent critical & creative thinking with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to solve complex problems that may not have one clear answer.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing - process flows, line balancing, kaizen.
  • Experience with line automation (assembly/manufacturing) and sortation systems an advantage.
  • Experience and/knowledge of IT industry (server components) an advantage.
  • Practical experience with Lean Six Sigma methodology.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.

  • health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans)
  • EAP
  • Mental Health Support
  • Medical Advice Line
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
  • 401(k) matching
  • paid time off
  • parental leave

Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, KY, Florence - 111,300.00 - 186,100.00 USD annually

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