RME IOQ Project Manager, Early Life-cycle Mgmt

Operations is at the heart of Amazons business. We are known for our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide, every day. Reliability Maintenance & Engineering (RME) are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen. We drive continuous improvement, and maintain all of the Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us, on our journey!

About the Role

Installation and Operational Qualification Technician

As an IOQ PM, you will lead the inspection process and auditing of automated packaging and distribution material handling equipment. You will support the Operations engineering team by designing solutions for difficult problems and managing projects. You will help train, and mentor service technicians and contract technicians. Your duties will be to work as a team to systematically IOQ equipment at all project sites.

The Installation and Operational Qualification (IOQ) Process is a process for Amazon to validate the quality of installation and functionality of material handling equipment to meet Safety requirements, Design intent and Amazon standards before releasing to Operations for regular use.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures

Participate in the expansion and execution of the RME qualification process including vendor feedback

Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation

-Lead and train a team of Amazon or 3rd Party RME technicians to perform IOQ

-85% travel expectation to complete new startups

-Perform IOQ checks as guided by the Qualifications Lead

-Document IOQ results using the IOQ Checklist

-Proactively communicate and document issues with Ops Engineering and the RME Startup Manager

Key job responsibilities

IOQ PM will be assigned to a site and support RME Field management in scheduling and assigning IOQ work, including managing work orders, developing and maintaining the schedule for critical asset audits, training staff, and maintaining a similar travel schedule to sites.

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support 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:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options

3. Paid Time Off (PTO)

4. 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 youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Basic Qualifications

1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

High school or equivalent diploma

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

Experience in automated conveyors systems and controls, electrical and electronic principles, preventative maintenance procedures, blueprint and schematic reading, industrial electrical, industrial controls, industrial electronics, Programmable Logic Control (PLC) programs, National Electrical Code (NEC), work order management

Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) to plan proactive maintenance and record reactive tasks

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in vendor management

Experience with robotic maintenance

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

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