Process Assistant

Amazon Process Assistant (Full-time)

Since opening our virtual doors in 1995, we've been pushing the boundaries of 'possible' further and further. Our entire business works hard to delight our customers - from the second an order is placed online to the seamless coordination of that order behind the scenes, we strive to stay agile, fluid and intentional. That can be described in one of our core Leadership Principles, which is Bias for Action. This means that our teams band together, roll up their sleeves, and aren't content with just standing still. We're aiming to become the most customer-centric company on Earth.

Process Assistants are part of the Last Mile operations in Amazon Logistics and play a crucial role in this rapidly growing team. Process Assistants are responsible for daily management of department duties including: allocating labor, leading meetings, assigning job duties, providing work direction and communicating with internal and external suppliers.

Responsibilities:

- Track and report ATS/labor hours

- Occasionally, assist with production duties, train associates and verify SOP (standard operating procedure) compliance

- Ensure successful area performance through tracking and reporting metrics

- Independently assess all aspects of associate work performance and provide timely and detailed feedback

- Participate in Operational Excellence initiatives

- Maintain a full understanding of workflow and daily production goals

- Review and update SOP's as required

- Ensure work areas remain clean and are properly equipped

- Identify and address safety hazards within the work area, and participate in safety initiatives

- Coach associates on ways to work safely at all times

- Ensure all job injuries are reported timely in accordance with established policies and procedures

- Provide vacation coverage for Area Managers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

- High school or equivalent

- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

- Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach

- Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required

- Are 18 years of age or older

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, and/or prior Amazon experience

- Experience taking part in a kaizen or Shingi event in a similar environment

- Awareness and willingness to use OPEX tools and techniques

- Demonstrates problem solving and analytical skills

- Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) across various levels of an organization

- History of meeting/exceeding departmental goals

- Experience leading teams

- Capable of providing direction to team members using independent judgment

- Organization and time management skills

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The starting pay for this position is listed below including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at

USA, CA, Santa Ana - 24.00 - 24.00 USD hourly