Area Manager 2026 – Michigan & Illinois (Recent and Upcoming Graduates) (Fulfillment & Operations

Area Manager 2026 – Michigan & Illinois (Recent and Upcoming Graduates)

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This is not a corporate, remote or office-based position. This is a full-time, entry level position located within one of Amazon’s fulfillment centers, sort centers, delivery stations or other operations buildings. Amazon is seeking customer focused individuals to lead a team of hourly employees across our Operations network! Our warehouses are fast-paced environments where standing, walking, and having on-the-production floor conversations are common as a supply chain leader.

As an Area Manager, you will be responsible for engaging, leading and developing your team in a warehouse environment. Your main focus will be motivating, mentoring, and managing your team to meet goals. Amazon provides extensive training and development to become an exceptional people leader. As a people manager, you will ensure that your team has all the tools needed to succeed and maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, attendance and performance at work.

• Support, mentor and motivate 50-100 direct report Amazon Associates
• Work independently and operate in an autonomous environment
• Stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours
• Willing and able to regularly work shift patterns that include nights, weekends, and/or holidays based on business needs. While shifts vary site to site, most follow a fixed 4-day work week with 3 days off.
• Oversee truck deliveries, handle and sort packages using pallet jacks, operate PIT equipment (at applicable facilities) and step in as needed.
• Work in an environment where the noise level varies
• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach
• Climb and descend stairs (when applicable)

A bachelor’s or master’s degree with all requirements completed between May 2024 and August 2026. (You must have all degree requirements met before your first day).

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Currently enrolled in or graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business/Management, Engineering or another related field.

Medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and optional Supplemental life plans), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• USA, IL, Channahon - $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, IL, Joliet - $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Caledonia - $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Detroit - $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Gaylord - $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Lansing - $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Pontiac - $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually
• USA, MI, Traverse City - $65,200.00 - $75,000.00 USD annually

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our 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, please visit  for more information.