Derek Hooey
About Derek Hooey
Derek Hooey is an Area Manager at Amazon Fulfillment Centre in Toronto, Canada, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in engineering and has held various roles in companies such as Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada, Health Canada, and DCL International Inc.
Work at Amazon Fulfillment Centre
Derek Hooey has been employed at Amazon Fulfillment Centre as an Area Manager since 2019. In this role, he oversees operations within the facility, ensuring efficiency and productivity. His responsibilities include managing staff, optimizing workflows, and implementing best practices to enhance operational performance. His experience in this position spans over five years, contributing to the overall success of the fulfillment center.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Management
Before joining Amazon, Derek Hooey held various positions in engineering and management. He worked as a Project Engineer at DCL International Inc. from 2016 to 2018, where he was involved in project management and engineering tasks. He also served as a Production Supervisor at the same company for one year in 2018-2019, overseeing production processes and team performance. His earlier roles included positions at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada and Health Canada, where he gained valuable experience in engineering and technical support.
Education and Expertise
Derek Hooey completed his Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo, studying from 2009 to 2014. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices. Prior to his university studies, he earned a High School Diploma from Bayview Secondary School, completing his education there from 2005 to 2009.
Career Development in Technical Roles
Derek Hooey has developed a diverse skill set through various technical roles throughout his career. He worked as an Assistant Radiation Specialist at Health Canada and as a TSU, Programs & Standards Assistant at AECL in 2011, both for three months. His technical expertise was further enhanced during his tenure as a Tech Support Engineer at DCL International Inc. from 2014 to 2016, where he provided technical assistance and support in engineering projects.