Inventory Outbound Specialist (Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply) , Project Kuiper - Amazon

Description Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity. Key job responsibilities - Physically move and expedite materials when required to support production and meet work order completion schedule. - Verify all materials are packaged/bagged and tagged for hand off to the production floor. - Use proprietary software and ERP systems to virtually complete warehouse tasks and movement of parts. - Document system issues, process flaws and inefficiencies. Communicate with quality control, purchasing and other related departments to resolve problems. - Operate equipment including: forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, cherry picker, and hand carts. Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines. "The starting pay for this role in Washington State is up to $24.50/hour and employees are eligible for incremental raises based on tenure. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits are provided. This information is provided per the Washington State Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site." A day in the life Join Project Kuiper's inventory team and support the delivery of satellite material to our engineers as we create and deploy satellites to help bring internet to under-served populations. A day in the life would include fulfilling warehouse orders by kitting and packing direct material and delivering the kits to the production floor. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Kirkland, WA, USA Basic Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - 1+ year in supply chain, operations, warehousing, inventory control or related experience - 1+ year experience using MS excel, able to navigate and interpret data - Able to lift up to 49 pounds - Able to stand/walk for up to 10 hours Preferred Qualifications - Be comfortable with ambiguity and curious to learn new skills - Curious to learn in depth about both technology and our customers - A curious self-starter with a proven track record of diving into unknown territory, learning new concepts, and pushing your comfort zone. - An effective multi-tasker who navigates a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with grace and efficiency. Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $41,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $55,120/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.