Area Manager 2025 - MD, VA (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

This is not a corporate, remote or office-based position. This is a full-time, entry level position located within one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers, sort centers, delivery stations or other operations buildings. Amazon is seeking customer focused individuals to lead a team of hourly employees across our cutting-edge Operations network! Our warehouses are fast-paced environments where standing, walking, and having on-the-production floor conversations are common as a supply chain leader.As an Area Manager, you will be responsible for engaging, leading and developing your team in a warehouse environment. Your main focus will be motivating, mentoring, and managing your team to meet goals. Amazon provides extensive training and development to become an exceptional people leader. As a people manager, you will ensure that your team has all the tools needed to succeed and maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance and performance at work. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $61,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $73,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Benefits: Medical, financial, and/or other benefits (www.amazon.jobs/en/benefits)Visit www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/facilities to find more information on each of our building types. Please note we are not able to provide sponsorship now or in the future for these positions. Eligible candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention to be considered.This posting encompasses all openings in the state(s) listed in title. Site placement is determined by aligning your location preferences with location availability after your interview. Relocation benefits are offered at time of offer to eligible candidates.Key job responsibilities• Support, mentor and motivate 50-100 direct report Amazon Associates• Work independently and operate in an autonomous environment• Stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours• Willing and able to regularly work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs. While shifts vary site to site, most follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off.• Oversee truck deliveries, handle and sort packages using pallet jacks, operate PIT equipment (at applicable facilities) and step in as needed.• Work in an environment where the noise level varies• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach• Climb and descend stairs (when applicable)BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• A bachelor’s or master’s degree with all requirements completed between May 2023 and August 2025. (You must have all degree requirements met before your first day). ...

Area Manager II - Sparrows Point, MD

Our WW Operations network delivers millions of packages and smiles to Amazon customers every day. We are looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team as an Area Manager. In this role, you will lead a team of hourly workforce and will be responsible for engaging your team during their shifts to maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance, and performance. You will also play a key role in maintaining our customer expectations to ensure customer orders are delivered at the right time, to the right location.Our Operation’s workflow has three major components: First mile - where the product is housed and ready for order; Middle mile - where the order is hauled to your area; and Last mile - when the product is delivered to the customer’s door. Please note that all workflows have slight building variations, but one thing is constant: our vision and dedication to the customer.Key job responsibilities* Support, mentor, and motivate your hourly workforce* Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises* Collaborate with all support teams including Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, Quality Assurance, Human Resources to develop plans to meet business objectives* Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach* Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts* Work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud* Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments)* Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs)Our fulfillment network launches new Operations sites every year, providing various opportunities for your professional growth. We hire Area Managers based on location preference and the business’ current openings.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 2+ 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 ...

EHS Specialist

One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to proactively manage their health and wellbeing. To support this focus area, Amazon is seeking a full-time WHS Specialist (WHSS) to serve as a designated representative for their assigned building coordinating and implementing all areas of the Amazon Global Program as directed by the leadership. The WHSS promotes a positive culture while complying with Amazon standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This includes conducting trainings and coaching associates on observed work habits.The WHSS is required to maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems. The WHSS supports management’s efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate Program expectations and applicable federal & state laws. The WHSS also conducts risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions. In addition, the WHSS is responsible for recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics. Candidate must be willing to work any shift, based on availability. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems- Support management efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate program expectations and applicable federal and state laws- Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions- Responsible for recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics- Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekendFor those that do not have an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, must obtain within 3 weeks of start date.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- High school or equivalent- A minimum of 1 year in an environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR; A bachelors degree in EHS-relevant background OR; 6 months experience performing in a safety-related role within Amazon- Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910- Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity- Experience maintaining confidentiality in matter involving security and/or personal issues in the workplace ...

Operations Manager - Sparrows Point, MD (Baltimore Area)

Our WW Operations network delivers millions of packages and smiles to Amazon customers every day. We are looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team as an Operations Manager. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of salaried and hourly talent. You will be responsible for engaging your team during their shifts to maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance, and performance. To achieve this, managers are expected to provide their team with the tools needed for success while driving improvements in productivity and efficiency through data-driven decisions and analytical problem-solving. You will also play a key role in maintaining our customer expectations to ensure customer orders are delivered at the right time, to the right location.Our Operation’s workflow has three major components: First mile - where the product is housed and ready for order; Middle mile - where the order is hauled to your area; and Last mile - when the product is delivered to the customer’s door. Please note that all workflows have slight building variations, but one thing is constant: our vision and dedication to the customer.Key Responsibilities and Job Elements:* Support, mentor, and motivate your salaried and hourly workforce* Lead large-scope projects with site and regional impact* Build and execute productivity plans through forecast reviews, determining productivity requirements, and partnering with other Leaders to load balance* Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises* Collaborate with all support teams including Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, Quality Assurance, Human Resources to develop plans to meet business objectives* Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach* Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts* Work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud* Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments)* Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs)Our fulfillment network launches new Operations sites every year, providing various opportunities for your professional growth. We hire Operations Managers based on location preference and the business’ current openings.To learn more about Amazon’s operations and see how our fulfillment centers in the U.S. and Canada work, watch a short video or take part in a live virtual tour.Video with subtitles: https://www.amazon.com/videotourLive virtual tours: https://www.amazon.com/virtualtoursBASIC 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 ...

Senior Operations Manager

Our Senior Operations Managers play a crucial role in exceeding expectations and providing a superb customer experience; critical to Amazon’s success which is built on a foundation of customer obsession, and innovation. This position is a multi-faceted role requiring the ability to balance strategy and execution. The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for all aspects of the operations of a functional area for one of our Fulfillment Centers including, people management and development, process, and meeting or exceeding the expectations and promise made to our customers. You will lead a dynamic team of Operations and Area Managers to achieve operational excellence through coaching and mentoring the team; driving employee engagement, and building leadership bench strength within the Fulfillment Center. As a senior leader you will oversee upwards of 1,000+ salaried and hourly employees, in a fast-paced, complex operations facility up to a million square feet. Our Senior Operations Managers serve as the face of the organization to potentially thousands of employees and the community where the center is located. This position offers unlimited career potential as we continue to grow our global footprint. Strategic Responsibilities & Deliverables: - Owns and delivers the operational budget for functional area, including safety, productivity, financial and labor planning, and operational goals for outbound, or inbound operations - Responsible for providing strategic level/long-term planning (3, 6, and 12 months out) including labor planning, rate forecasting, and peak season planning - Drives continuous improvement projects to optimize operations and improve productivity to meet and exceed business objectives; works on strategic projects that have total building and network-wide impact. Effectively leverages the Operations and Area Managers to solicit ideas and understand problems and challenges in the building. - Networks with other leaders across the network to solicit and share process improvements and drive efficiencies and cost savings. - Establishes objectives and metrics for safety, quality, productivity, and customer experience - Sets clear goals and expectations for Operations and Area Managers. Measures performance, provides feedback, and holds leaders accountable - Mentors and develops leaders and staff - Participates in recruiting to identify and evaluate associates and internal/external candidates for promotion and hire. - Works closely with support staff (HR, Finance, Maintenance Engineering, Safety, IT and other leaders) to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiatives Additional Job Elements: - Lift and move totes up to 49 pounds each - Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head - Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours - Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation. - Able to access all areas of building (ascending and descending ladders, stairs, gangways safely and without limitationBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- A completed Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field from an accredited university - Direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics environment - Experience with performance metrics, process improvement, and Lean methodologies - Experience with the full staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, promotions and terminations - Candidates must be flexible to work a variety of hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidays ...

Sr. Operations Manager

Our Sr. Operations Managers responsible for all budgetary, people development and operations objectives. The Sr. Operations Managers is responsible for all aspects of operation or functions at the site. Additional responsibilities include managing and leading a team of Operations and Area Managers, coaching and mentoring the team to ensure performance objectives are met, building positive employee relations and building leadership bench strength within the Fulfillment Center.Responsibilities:• Drives creation of quality initiatives, process change initiatives and other Lean initiatives to enable their functional area and ultimately the FC to meet and exceed business plan.• Responsible for the overall safety, quality and performance and customer experience of either Inbound or Outbound operations.• Will set and clarify requirements and expectations for Operations and Area Managers. Measures performance, provides feedback, and holds Ops Managers accountable for their performance and the performance of their departments.• Leverages the Operations and Area Managers by sourcing and nurturing ideas, and rolling them into the creation of improvement plans for the functional area.• Takes proactive steps to ensure that best practices are shared across all departments, shifts and among the network.• Works closely with support staff (HR, Finance, Facilities, Safety, IT and other Sr. Operations Managers) to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiatives in their area, as well as providing needed support and resources for other staff initiatives.Additional Job Elements:• Lift and move totes up to 49 pounds each• Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head• Walking in the FC and around area with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length• Continual standing and/or walking an average of 5 miles daily• Ability to work in construction /distribution environments that may be noisy, unlit, unheated, not air-conditioned• Able to access all areas of building (ascending and descending ladders, stairs, gangways safely and without limitation)BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor’s Degree or 2+ years Amazon experience.• 7+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production or distribution environment.• Prior experience with performance metrics, process improvement and Lean techniques.• Prior experience with the full staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, promotions and termination. ...