Area Manager, Early Career - (2027) - Michigan

About the role

Operations roles at Amazon put you at the center of how things move from a click to a doorstep. You'll help design, improve, and run systems that connect people, products, and places, at scale. As an Area Manager, you will engage, lead, and develop a team of hourly employees in a warehouse environment, focusing on motivating, mentoring, and managing your team to meet goals. This is a full-time, early career position located within one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers, sort centers, delivery stations, or other operations buildings. The role is on-site and involves working in a fast-paced environment with standing, walking, and on-the-floor conversations as common responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support, mentor, and motivate 50-100 direct report Amazon Associates.
• Work independently in an autonomous environment.
• Stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours.
• Work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs (most shifts follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off).
• Oversee truck deliveries, handle and sort packages using pallet jacks, operate PIT equipment (at applicable facilities), and step in as needed.
• Work in an environment where the noise level varies.
• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Climb and descend stairs (when applicable).

A day in the life

Start of Shift: Set the Tone

• Get a handoff from the outgoing manager and review what's carrying over.
• Lead a team huddle to align on goals, safety priorities, and key focus areas.
• Confirm your team is in place and ready before operations begin.

Middle of Shift: Lead from the Floor

• Walk the floor regularly to stay connected to your team and spot issues early.
• Drive results across safety, quality, and productivity, balancing all three in real time.
• Adjust staffing and resources as volume and priorities shift.
• Coach and develop team members, respond to challenges, and partner with support teams to remove roadblocks.
• Keep peers and leadership informed on shift progress and flag risks.

End of Shift: Close Strong

• Do a final walkthrough to ensure your area is clean and organized for the next team.
• Review shift performance data and capture what went well and what to improve.
• Hand off to the incoming manager with clear priorities and next steps.
• Wrap up administrative tasks to leave the shift with a clean slate.

Qualifications

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a bachelor’s or master’s degree (all degree requirements must be met before the first day).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program for Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering, or another related field.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and optional supplemental life plans).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Mental Health Support, and Medical Advice Line.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).

Learn more about Amazon’s benefits here.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually, depending on location. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.

• USA, MI, Bad Axe: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Caledonia: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Detroit: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Grand Rapids: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Lansing: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Livonia: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Pontiac: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Saginaw: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Wixom: $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually

Schedule

• Shifts last up to 12 hours and may include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs.
• Most shifts follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off.

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