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Kanban Operations Manager, Kuiper Fulfilment, Project Kuiper

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Job Location drjobs

Redmond - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 100000 - 150000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Project Kuiper is Amazons low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast reliable internet to customers and communities around the world and weve designed the system with the capacity flexibility and performance to serve a wide range of customers from individual households to schools hospitals businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Key job responsibilities
Manage and optimize Kanban systems to ensure material availability for production operations
Hire support mentor and motivate hourly workforce promoting a culture of inclusion innovation and performance
Oversee daily execution of material replenishment operations with a focus on safety and quality
Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels through Kanban system management
Implement and improve pull systems for production material flow
Gather trend and report Kanban metrics/KPIs to promote improvement initiatives
Drive efficiency through process improvements and root cause analysis
Manage team goals and critical metrics to ensure business success
Work cross-functionally with Production Quality Engineering and Supply Chain teams
Conduct employee reviews hiring and disciplinary functions
Lead continuous improvement initiatives for material management systems


Bachelors Degree or 2 years Amazon (Blue Badge/FTE) experience or equivalent experience
2 years of direct management experience
Experience with Kanban systems and inventory management


1 years of ERP experience especially in SAP
Experience with lean manufacturing principles
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective coaching and mentoring skills


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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $100000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $150000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit
This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.


Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type

Full-Time

Department / Functional Area

Manufacturing

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