Prime Air Area Manager, Corporate Operations, Prime Air, Prime Air

Amazon • Tolleson, AZ

4d • $73,500 - $128,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Prime Air is redefining last-mile delivery through drone technology. We are seeking a Prime Air Area Manager to serve as a front-line leader responsible for executing daily operations at a Prime Air Drone Delivery Station. This role involves leading and supporting teams across flight operations, ground handling, and fulfillment to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused delivery performance. The ideal candidate will be a results-driven leader in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, contributing to cutting-edge operations.

Requirements

• 1+ years of direct people management, including performance management and employee development experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 2+ years of full-time Amazon experience
• Experience in a fast-paced, automated, industrial, logistics, production or manufacturing environment
• Experience reviewing and analyzing performance metrics to identify areas of opportunity that will drive performance improvement
• Work flexible hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidays
• Can carry/lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach
• Ability to work in an outdoor operational environment and perform physical tasks

Nice To Haves

• Experience working cross-functionally with technical and support teams
• Prior experience in the drone/aerospace industry

Responsibilities

• Serve as a front-line leader responsible for executing daily operations at a Prime Air Drone Delivery Station.
• 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.

Benefits

• Sign-on payments
• Restricted stock units (RSUs)
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level