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Prime Air Area Manager

Amazon· Fulfillment & Operations Management
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Etna, OH$73.5k - $128.5kFull-timePosted yesterday

About the role

Prime Air Area Manager at Amazon Prime Air. Front-line leader responsible for executing daily operations at a Prime Air Drone Delivery Station, leading teams across flight operations, ground handling, and fulfillment to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused delivery performance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support teams across flight operations, ground handling, and fulfillment to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused delivery performance
  • Drive key operational metrics including safety, quality, and delivery efficiency
  • Monitor real-time operations to remove barriers and maintain system uptime
  • Partner with Operations Managers and cross-functional teams to execute staffing and operational plans
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, identify and implement process improvements
  • Develop and coach associates, provide clear escalation and communication during active operations
  • Directly manage a team of hourly associates, overseeing scheduling, performance management, and day-to-day coaching and development
  • In partnership with HR, address associate relations matters including attendance, performance concerns, and corrective action as needed
  • Maintain accurate timekeeping, headcount tracking, and staffing records for your team
  • Travel up to 25% of the time
  • Note: Export Control considerations may apply; placement contingent on license acquisition by Amazon.

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of direct people management, including performance management and employee development experience
  • Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon experience
  • Experience in a fast-paced, automated, industrial, logistics, production or manufacturing environment
  • Experience reviewing and analyzing performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for shifts up to 12 hours, and perform physical tasks (push, pull, squat, bend, reach)
  • Ability to work in varying noise levels and variable temperatures, including outdoor and refrigerated environments
  • Demonstrated good attendance and timely arrival for shifts

Skills

Required:People management / leadershipOperational metrics analysisSafety and regulatory compliance

Benefits

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support
  • 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) as part of compensation package
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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