Operations Engineer, OTS - Global RAD Operations

Amazon is working to be the most customer-centric company on earth, building the place to find and buy anything online.
Birmingham, UK
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Logistics

Description For Operations Engineer, OTS - Global RAD Operations

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. The Rapid Asset Deployment (RAD) organization is growing globally to improve our responsiveness to our customers. OpsTech Solutions manages all IT infrastructure and end user equipment deployed across Amazon network globally.

We are looking for an operations engineer to collaborate across multiple functional and operational teams to establish and improve our processes. The role will design factory layouts, workstations, material flow and will diagnose processes, identify improvement opportunities, prescribe improvement strategies and guide the improvement effort.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Analyze and evaluate existing warehouse processes, identifying opportunities for optimization
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process improvement strategies
  • Utilize lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other process improvement tools
  • Conduct time and motion studies, workflow analysis, line balancing, capacity analysis and process mapping
  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Use CAD-based software for review of material handling equipment, building layout and material flow
  • Conduct ergonomic assessments and provide evaluation reports
  • Help validate system and process designs for ERP implementation
  • Oversee and manage process improvement projects from initiation to completion
  • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and documentation
  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
  • Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and white papers to stakeholders

This position will require travel as necessary up to 20%.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity in its workforce. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are committed to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Operations Engineer, OTS - Global RAD Operations

  • Analyze and evaluate existing warehouse processes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process improvement strategies
  • Utilize lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Conduct time and motion studies, workflow analysis, and process mapping
  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Use CAD-based software for equipment and layout review
  • Conduct ergonomic assessments
  • Help validate system and process designs for ERP implementation
  • Oversee and manage process improvement projects
  • Develop and maintain KPIs
  • Prepare and present reports and dashboards to stakeholders

Requirements For Operations Engineer, OTS - Global RAD Operations

  • 3+ years of manufacturing or manufacturing engineering experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or technology
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement principles & techniques
  • Proficient in six sigma methodologies, and process improvement tools
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in relevant software tools
  • Knowledge of industry regulations, safety standards, and best practices related to warehouse operations

Benefits For Operations Engineer, OTS - Global RAD Operations

  • Equal opportunities employer
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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