Job Description
DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a Senior Manager to lead our After-Market Support team responsible for providing comprehensive technical support for our operations across North America. In this role, you will lead a team of engineers and highly skilled technicians who handle 24/7 hotline support, field dispatch for technical issues, and spares purchase facilitation. Your team will be the critical link between field operations and our Engineering and AIT teams, providing valuable feedback on design opportunities based on field performance data.
Note: Candidate can sit out of any office in US.
Key job responsibilities
Lead a team of six engineers who manage our after-market support functions across North America
Oversee highly skilled technicians specializing in mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
Establish and maintain a 24/7 hotline support system to address technical issues in real-time
Manage field dispatch operations for on-site support of complex technical problems
Facilitate the procurement and distribution of spare parts to minimize equipment downtime
Develop and implement metrics to track meantime to recover tickets against established benchmarks
Create systems to collect, analyze, and categorize field issues and root causes
Provide structured feedback to Engineering and AIT teams about design opportunities based on field data
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance support efficiency and effectiveness
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent, or 4+ years of technical support experience
Must have extensive Controls Troubleshooting experience. Familiarity with hardware such as VFD, PLC and the integration between all the field devices.
7+ years of experience in technical support, field service operations, or related areas
5+ years of experience leading technical teams
Experience managing complex support operations with multiple technical disciplines
Demonstrated ability to analyze technical issues and implement effective solutions
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
Experience developing and tracking performance metrics in a technical support environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level
Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
Experience with 24/7 support operations in a manufacturing or fulfillment environment
Experience with EtherCAT communication protocols is desirable
Background in root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies
Experience with spare parts management and logistics
Strong data analysis skills with the ability to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to various audiences
Experience implementing or improving technical support systems and processes
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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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,600/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
