Amazon

Sr. Operations Engineer, North America Sort Center/SSD Engineering

Amazon$119K — $161K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience managing multiple large projects
  • 5+ years of experience as a Reliability Program Manager
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for data analysis and reporting
  • 5+ years of maintenance or engineering experience
  • Strong technical background in material handling equipment
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or technology

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain standard processes and documentation
  • Lead meetings and track team deliverables
  • Identify risks for business decisions and provide insights
  • Establish scalable program management practices
  • Create and implement a strategic programs framework for the organization
  • Gate-keep internal and external requests, assisting prioritization
  • Report project status to leadership and cross-functional teams

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  • Mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare expenses
Full Job Description
Sub-Same Day (SSD) Engineering is searching for an innovative and solutions-oriented Sr. Operations Engineer to lead process standardization and manage documentation and reviews. An Operations Engineer's goal is to provide transparent and collaborative support to our internal customers, helping them overcome barriers, and achieve their goals. We strive to introduce effective solutions to address organizational challenges and consistently challenge our own assumptions to drive consistency across initiatives.

Operations Engineers value their direct relationship with stakeholders and customers and ensure that all requests are evaluated and prioritized based on data-driven analysis aligned with strategic business directives. We also provide transparency in the decision-making process and encourage input and approval from cross-functional teams across NASC Engineering. We keep our customers updated on the status of their requests, provide clear directions on the next steps, and explain why requests are approved or declined.

We fully embrace Amazon's principles and consistently implement scalable, simple, customer-focused programs and processes that align with strategic directives. We are flexible and adapt to the unique and changing needs of our customers.

You will work with a team of highly skilled and highly engaged engineers in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment. Our team works on hundreds of projects each year. You will be challenged; you will learn; you will work on high impact, high visibility projects; you will grow.

Key job responsibilities

Key job responsibilities
• Create and maintain standard processes and documentation
• Lead meetings, while ensuring the team is tracking to their deliverables
• Provide insight and identify risks for business decisions
• Establish and maintain scalable program management practices that balance efficiency with appropriate oversight
• Create and implement Strategic Programs (SP) mental model, framework, and charter for the organization
• Gate-keep all internal and external requests and support the team in prioritizing the requests that are taken on
• Report project status updates to the SSD & NASC Engineering Director and cross-functional leadership
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to execute the team vision

A day in the life

You will partner with engineering verticals within and across the org in consistently delivering high standard outputs bringing cadenced visibility to team's accomplishments, goals and initiatives progress, risks and opportunities, and when leadership decisions are required. Your role involves synthesizing complex information for executive-level reviews while maintaining clear communication channels to keep all stakeholders informed of new strategies and impacts.

You will identify areas of innovation and need for business strategies that deliver measurable organizational impact. Your strategy charters will propose and drive new initiatives across the organization. Working independently benchmarking industry leading-edge technologies and automations, you will compare and evaluate the need for strategies to fast track innovation and new product requirements.

You will work closely with planning, engineering, business intelligence, program and central teams to develop data-driven insights and metrics that guide strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is well-organized, expert in planning, ability to facilitate senior leadership reviews and decisions effectively, turn feedback into programmatic improvements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of directly managing and responsible for multiple large projects experience

- 5+ years of Reliability Program Manager experience

- 5+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

- 5+ years of maintenance or engineering experience

- Experience and strong technical background in relevant fields of automated or non-automated material handling equipment

- Work flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays

- Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or technology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Master's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field

- Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma and other operations engineer tools

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. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Bellevue - 119,600.00 - 161,700.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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