2nd SHIFT - MFG Production Lead, Robotics Manufacturing & Technical Operations

Amazon Robotics Manufacturing Lead

Amazon Robotics (AR) is Amazon's industrial automation and robotics manufacturing arm, producing high-quality robotic systems that power fulfillment and transportation centers across the globe. Our Operations team works closely with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to deliver solutions to our customers.

We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Lead to support and lead a team in areas such as electro-mechanical assembly, test, material handling, pack, and ship. The Production Lead is a hands-on process leader responsible for coordinating daily production activities, troubleshooting process issues, and driving continuous improvement within their area of responsibility.

Key job responsibilities include:

Leading a team of technicians and associates to execute daily manufacturing operations in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality standards, and safety guidelines.

Acting as the primary point of contact for real-time process issues; troubleshooting and escalating when necessary.

Planning, assigning, and prioritizing tasks to meet production goals and schedule adherence, ensuring effective shift handoffs and end-of-shift reporting.

Providing direct coaching and training to team members, contributing to onboarding and ongoing skills development. Developing and implementing training plans within your department.

Maintaining and updating training documents and visual work instructions; validating SOP effectiveness and driving updates when deviations are identified.

Proactively identifying and leading process improvement initiatives (e.g., 6S, safety, Kaizen), using data collection and root cause analysis to drive results.

Reviewing team output for quality and adherence to production specifications; ensuring metrics are met across individual and team performance.

Facilitating daily stand-up meetings and ensuring alignment with cross-functional teams to support shift readiness and performance.

Fostering a culture of safety by modeling best practices, escalating hazards, and ensuring compliance with site safety protocols.

Supporting strategic initiatives and continuous improvement projects within the manufacturing team.

A day in the life includes:

Amazon offers a full range of benefits for you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Maternity and Parental Leave Options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you're passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Basic Qualifications:

4+ years in a manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.

2+ years in a lead or supervisory role, managing production activities or supporting a team.

Demonstrated ability to read technical documentation, interpret work instructions, and ensure quality adherence.

Experience with tools, equipment, and systems used in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates degree or technical certification in manufacturing, engineering technology, or a related field.

Experience in Lean manufacturing, 6S, or Kaizen practices.

Experience facilitating training and contributing to the development of new team members.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to lead meetings and coordinate across multiple teams.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

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

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $61,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $100,800/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.