Operations Manager, Amazon Air
Company: Amazon
Location: Rockford
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Come build the future with Amazon Global Air! A part of Amazon’s
transportation solution, Amazon Global Air provides an
exhilarating, customer-centric transportation option to safely and
efficiently deliver goods across long distances. We’re defining the
future of air cargo through a talented, diverse team, leveraging
innovative technologies and a sustainability-aware mindset to solve
large-scale challenges. Ready for your career to take off? Fly
Amazon! AmazonAir FlyAmazon Key job responsibilities - Support,
mentor, and motivate your team - Lead large-scope projects with
site and regional impact - Create and implement 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, Ops Integration, Loss
Prevention and Human Resources to develop plans to meet business
objectives - Lift up to 49 pounds, stand and walk during shifts
lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and
reach, as well as continuously climb and descend stairs - Work in
an environment where the noise level varies and is subject to
variable temperatures and weather (Air gateways include outside
loading departments/ramp loading) - Supporting all safety programs,
OSHA and Air Carrier FAA compliance to ensure a safe work
environment for all Associates A day in the life As an Operations
Manager, 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. In addition,
you’ll be partnering and communicating with multiple stakeholders
daily: Safety, HR, Facilities, and etc. The Air Operations Manager
has complete responsibility for inbound, outbound, package
sortation and ramp operations or a functional process
responsibility within the hub on a specified shift or across
multiple shifts. Eligibility requirements - Individuals hired into
this position will have unescorted access privileges to airport
security identification display areas (SIDA). For this reason,
eligibility for this role will be limited to individuals who pass a
security screening, as required by the FAA, DHS, and TSA (as
applicable). - Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority
and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable. - This position
requires an employee’s full and unimpaired skills and judgment to
safely execute their job duties to ensure the safety and security
of Amazon AIR personnel, third-party contractors, Airport
personnel, cargo, and equipment. This position is therefore
designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to
mandatory pre-employment and, where permitted, post-hire drug
testing. Temperature in the Air Gateway may vary between depending
on outside weather conditions and will fluctuate depending on the
season and daily weather conditions. You may be working outdoors
your entire shift. The ability to work outdoors in a variety of
weather conditions is a must. Amazon does not sponsor for
immigration, including for H-1B, TN, and other non-immigrant visas,
for this role. - 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 - 1 years of
performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques
experience - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply
Chain/Logistics, or a related field - 2 years of operations
management experience - Experience with process improvements (Lean
Six Sigma and/or Kaizen) - Master's degree in a related field - 3
years of air cargo/third party integrator ramp experience - Proven
track record of taking ownership and driving results - Aviation
related experience - Possess a valid in-state driver’s license
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate
on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other
legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians
to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a
disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during
the application and hiring process, including support for the
interview or onboarding process, please visit
https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more
information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed,
please contact your Recruiting Partner. 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, IL, Rockford - 91,000.00 -
136,500.00 USD annually
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