.Military Encouraged to Apply - Operations Manager, Project KuiperJob ID: 2774835 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLCProject 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.The Kuiper team is looking for a motivated, customer-focused individual who wants to join our team as an Operations Manager. This role will be responsible for managing warehouse associates in functional areas such as material receipt, picking, kitting, or material delivery. This is a hands-on position where your daily activities will range from labor planning to strategic projects to new system development to supporting the customers that depend on our services.Key job responsibilitiesHire, support, mentor, and motivate your hourly workforce, promoting a culture of inclusion, innovation and performance.Manage safety, quality, productivity, and customer delivery promises.Oversee daily execution of warehouse operations to deliver daily requirements with a focus on safety and quality.Gather, trend and report process metrics/KPIs to promote improvement initiatives.Drive efficiency and quality through process-focused approaches, process improvement initiatives and root cause / corrective action exercises.Manage team goals and critical metrics to ensure business success. Drive accountability with the team.Lead and implement critical business initiatives across the team.Work effectively across functions with matters involving Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, etc.Conduct employee reviews, hiring, and disciplinary functions for the reporting team.Contribute to Operations project teams leading new product introduction and other manufacturing initiatives.Work effectively with functions such as Safety, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, etc.BASIC QUALIFICATIONSA Bachelor's Degree or 2+ years Amazon (Blue Badge/FTE) experience or equivalent experience1+ years of direct management experience for employees and their performanceFlexibility with daily work location as our warehouses are spread throughout the Puget SoundPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS1+ years of ERP experience, especially in SAPAPICS certifiedForklift certifiedStrong communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency with Microsoft OfficeExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsEffective coaching and mentoring skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasksDemonstrated commitment to safety and qualityExport Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S