Job Information
Amazon Logistics Operations Team Mgr, Project Kuiper in Merritt Island, Florida
Description
Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.
Key job responsibilities
Support warehousing and transportation activities involving the Payload Processing Facility (PPF) and affiliated sites
Partner with peers across the organization to ensure your warehousing and receiving processes align with and are standardized with other Kuiper organizational stakeholders
Update inventory management systems, audit against expected inventory levels, identify and correct anomalies within all systems and processes
Update dashboards and systems to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Lead and manage a team of Transportation personnel directly supporting PPF (inbound/outbound, shipping/receiving, inventory and warehousing)
Provide field support for launch activities when needed
Review yard operations metrics (On-Time %, Vehicle Down %, etc.) to identify and eliminate waste
Coordinate and receive shipments involving 3rd party suppliers
Coordinate trailer or container movements within the PPF Yard
Ensure PPF fleet vehicles are inspected, and support facility personnel in coordinating maintenance activities as directed
Support all Amazon/Kuiper safety programs, to ensure best practices are maintained to ensure a safe site for all staff
Ensure all operations at the site are compliant with US Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations to include CFR Title 49 – Hazardous Materials Transportation Regulations
Interface with PPF personnel and ensure material flow is planned and executed to avoid delay
Maintain schedule to ensure sufficient staffing to meet PPF demand planning, up to 3 shifts 24/7/366
Adjust working shift and schedule to maintain effective supervision of personnel and support of all warehousing activities.
Role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel to support PPF activities
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
About the team
Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we are building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.
Innovation is part of our DNA. Our goal is to be Earth's most customer centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of art in space-based systems design and wireless system.
Basic Qualifications
2+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, fulfillment, warehousing, planning or operations
2+ years of team management experience
2+ year(s) of process development/improvement experience
2+ year(s) of developing, tracking, and reporting metrics
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
Relevant experience working with the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) in a professional environment
Ability to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks
Valid Driver’s license and able to satisfy Amazon driver eligibility criteria
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Passport
Ability and willingness to comply with the Government of French Guiana which mandates that travelers receive vaccinations for yellow fever or applicable government exemption
With or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to lift up to 49 pounds on some occasions, stand/walk for up to 8-10 hours (with breaks), and able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Experience working in SAP
Experience working proactively and independently
Prioritize multiple tasks and assignments effectively
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.