Manager, Regional Program Management

Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering (RME) is hiring for Program Managers!

At Amazon we believe that Every Day is still Day One! We’re working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need especially qualified, self-motivated and hard-working people.

The Program Manager will direct a team of facilities associates, as well as potentially supervise Area Maintenance Managers and will ensure a safe working environment for all.
Responsibilities include:
• Support the Operations team by working in a safe, customer-focused manner
• Develop and design innovative solutions to difficult problems
• Handle multiple internally and externally sponsored projects
• Meet deadlines, develop and track plans on how to accomplish departmental and distribution goals
• Work with local site Safety Department leadership to understand, implement and audit safety programs. Ensure that all safety programs and procedures are followed
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs that integrate with Operations schedules.
• Facilitate and mentor the professional development of departmental Maintenance technicians to empower them achieve their advancement goals
• Participate in and support efficiency improvement Kaizen activities for the site, as well as the network when needed.
• Participate in weekly network Maintenance calls and periodic Maintenance Manager off-site conferences.

Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering (RME) is hiring for Building Wellness Managers!

At Amazon we believe that Every Day is still Day One! We’re working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright and driven people.

The Building Wellness Manager will supervise, lead and support operations, inspect, and maintain processes to mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems in assigned facilities. They perform inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas, including walls and flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc.

Key job responsibilities
Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to
- Ensure work performed is accomplished efficiently with a minimum amount of disruption and inconvenience
- Supervise and implement the preventative maintenance program
- Schedule preventative maintenance with a minimum disruption of building services
- Perform and/or delegate preventative maintenance tasks to the appropriately qualified maintenance staff member
- Order parts and equipment required for repair
- Maintain and install new equipment and facilities
- Provide training and supervision aimed at expanding the capabilities of the operations staff
- Demonstrate the proper use and care of tools and instruments
- Give hands on instruction in basic maintenance, safety, and trouble-shooting procedures
- Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace
- Recommend and estimate facilities repairs and improvements for inclusion in the annual budget
- Maintain and ensure availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies
- Prepare and submit purchase order requests, develop sources for stock materials, and perform periodic checks for supplies
- Lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and use ladders up to 30 ft., with or without reasonable accommodation

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Vandalia, OH, USA

**NOTE: This permanent, full-time position is located in Vandalia, OH and does not offer relocation.

The Mechatronics & Robotics Apprentice (MRA) will learn to combine electronic, mechanical, computer and control skills at the workplace. During on-the-job learning (OJL) you will work with complex high-performance manufacturing systems and will learn to analyze, troubleshoot, and repair systems to maintain process efficiency. The focus of this role is to learn the skills and abilities to ensure safety regulations and policies are adhered to, assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the automated packaging and distribution equipment, ensure preventative maintenance is conducted on time to a high standard, and provide high levels of equipment availability through continuous improvement.
Amazon MRA apprentices are engaged in the assembly and maintenance of complex machines, plants, and systems in the Reliability & Maintenance Engineering sector or in organizations which purchase and operate such mechatronic systems. Apprentices are paired with mentors to carry out their work at various facilities, including high automation and robotics facilities in connection with service operations. They are expected to work on the basis of technical documents and instructions and carry out their work in compliance with the relevant provisions and safety regulations.

The successful candidate is an effective communicator, works well in a team, and is self-motivated. They should have the ability to work collaboratively and coordinate their activities with upstream and downstream operations partners. In addition to developing your skills, you will be mentored by senior technicians in order to grow in your role.

Program Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Able to enroll in and attend a 12-week training at one of five designated training providers (Location to be determined post-interview)
• Must meet the minimum qualifying score on a Mechanical Aptitude Test
• Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts/areas, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Key job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance of conveyance equipment using the appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals.
• Maintain and repair distribution center racking.
• Complete preventative maintenance routines, documentation, and procedures.
• Track and store department inventory, including spare parts.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all material handling equipment components.
• Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachs, etc.
• Assist with basic electronics/Programmable Logic Controllers troubleshooting.
• Physical Demands (must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
• Lift and move items up to 49 pounds each with or without reasonable accommodations;
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Occasionally handle wheeled dollies loaded with products up to 100 pounds during site visits.
• Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists.
• Move in the facility and around areas with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation.
• Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals), manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation).
• Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces. Stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours.

Amazon is a Fortune 500 company based in Seattle, Washington, and the global leader in e-commerce. Since our start in 1995, we have significantly expanded our product offerings, international sites, and worldwide network of fulfillment and customer service centers. Our focus on the customer and innovation drives the growth of Amazon, offering our customers more types of products, more conveniently, and at even lower prices. We are seeking a dynamic, organized self-starter to be the Sr. Maintenance Manager (Sr. MM) and lead our site-based maintenance team. The team is comprised of a Maintenance Manager, Area Maintenance Managers and maintenance technicians reporting to the Regional Maintenance Manager. The primary responsibilities are to lead a large maintenance team that maximizes equipment uptime, executes equipment maintenance and projects in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

The successful candidate will be a highly experienced subject matter expert in Maintenance, workplace safety, and data driven management and leadership. A background in material handling equipment systems/applications, packaging automation, distribution processes and storage systems is a plus. The candidate must be a self-starter, possessing the ability to manage multiple complex projects and tasks simultaneously as well as be able to influence, and develop relationships at all organization levels. The candidate must be capable of overseeing the maintenance acceptance of part of commissioning large-scale, complex projects. Moreover, this individual will need to be adept at providing technical leadership and mentoring to a Maintenance team of at least of 80 people.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership, mentor and manage site-based Maintenance Managers and Area Maintenance Manager in Amazon’s North American Fulfillment Network.
• Develop Maintenance Department business plans and provide guidance and direction for the successful implementation of those plans.
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• Develop and implement Reliability plans that support increasing the Uptime of the facility
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• Drive maintenance Best Practices: Innovate, document, improve work methods, standardize, provide a safe work environment and require safe work practices, train, commission equipment, collect, measure, and analyze key performance indicators to improve processes and improve Amazon customers experience.
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• Offer guidance to senior leadership on maintenance and equipment end of life (EOL) issues using ROI, and other analytical techniques.
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• Provide oversight for budget development and execution, and capital planning.
• Help manage vendor support and equipment relationships and leverage Amazon’s network size to maximize economies of scale.
• Provide monitoring, auditing and enforcement of maintenance execution, safe work practices, and institute and audit training drills across the network.
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• Leverage the entire maintenance team for the benefit of the North American network.
• Develop and manage budget and contract documents including RFPs, change order controls, purchase orders, and invoicing.
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• Provide Fulfillment Center General Managers with visibility over the Conduct of Maintenance in their fulfillment centers.
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• Recruit, interview, and hire bar raising talent in the Maintenance Managers and Maintenance Area Manager roles.
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• Help create a world-class Maintenance organization.

Be willing and able to relocate for the needs of Amazon.

About Maintenance at Amazon:
Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s business. We are known for our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide, every day. Reliability Maintenance & Engineering (RME) are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen. We drive continuous improvement, and maintain all of the Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us, on our journey!

About the Role:
As a Maintenance Technician II, you will use your skills to support the Operations Maintenance team in repairing and maintaining material handling equipment and pneumatic systems throughout the building. You will have the opportunity to install, maintain and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment. In addition to developing your skills, you will mentor junior technicians to grow in their roles.

What Do We Offer?
Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But wait, there’s more: we don’t wear suits and ties! Come as you are because jeans, t-shirts, sneakers and sometimes a neon safety vest will be your daily outfit.

Key job responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures
• Complete preventative maintenance routines with proper documentation
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all Material Handling Equipment (MHE) which includes belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and more
• Maintain a positive working relationships across all of the Amazon Operations facility
• Track and store department inventory
• Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation