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This role leverages Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to identify and eliminate defects, reduce variability, and improve safety, quality, and productivity outcomes. The ACES Manager partners closely with Operations, Safety, Quality, and HR teams to build a culture of data-driven decision-making and sustainable process improvement.\nKey job responsibilities\nContinuous Improvement & Kaizen\nLead and facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process improvement workshops across Inbound, Outbound, and ICQA functions\nDrive adoption of Lean tools (5S, visual management, standard work) on the floor\nAchieve measurable year-over-year improvements in productivity, quality, and cost metrics\nDefect Elimination & Root Cause Analysis\nOwn the site defect elimination pipeline; manage projects from identification through verification of effectiveness\nPartner with process engineers and operations leaders to implement corrective and preventive actions\nStandard Work & Process Audits\nDevelop, deploy, and maintain standard work documentation for all critical process paths\nConduct regular Gemba walks and layered process audits to ensure compliance with SOPs\nCoach and train associates and area managers on standard work adherence and problem-solving techniques\nDrive audit finding closures and escalate systemic non-conformances to leadership\nMetrics & Reporting\nOwn site-level ACES metrics dashboard including DPMO, cycle time, first pass yield, and process capability indices\nPrepare and present weekly/monthly ACES business reviews to site leadership\nBenchmark against network best practices and drive adoption of successful initiatives from other FCs\nStakeholder Management & Coaching\nBuild strong partnerships with Operations, Safety, Quality, RME, and HR teams\nBasic qualifications\n- Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or another technical field\n- Experience working with cross-functional teams\nPreferred qualifications\n- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Logistics, or a similar field\n- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizen techniques\n- Experience in program or project management\nOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. 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