Edwin Ortiz
About Edwin Ortiz
Edwin Ortiz is an Area Manager at Amazon Logistics in New Jersey, recognized for leading a cost-effective operation that ranked 1st in the region and 38th nationally. He has a background in Information Technology and has held various roles in logistics and support services.
Work at Amazon Logistics
Edwin Ortiz has served as an Area Manager at Amazon Logistics since 2020. He operates in New Jersey, where he has led a cost-effective operation that achieved a ranking of 1st in the region and 38th in the nation. Ortiz played a crucial role in launching a new Amazon Logistics site in Lodi, NJ, in April 2020. He trained managers on standard work items to ensure cross-training and knowledge continuity, contributing to the site's operational success.
Education and Expertise
Edwin Ortiz studied at Per Scholas, where he focused on Information Technology and earned the IT Support Specialist certification in 2019 after an 11-month program. He also attended CUNY Bronx Community College, where he studied Speech-Language Pathology and earned an Associate's degree from 2015 to 2017. His educational background supports his technical and operational roles in logistics and management.
Background in Operations Management
Prior to his role at Amazon Logistics, Edwin Ortiz worked at FedEx Ground as an Operations Manager from 2016 to 2019 in Yonkers, NY. He also held the position of Operations Coordinator at FedEx Ground from 2014 to 2016 in Brooklyn, NY. His experience in these roles provided him with a strong foundation in logistics and operational efficiency.
Safety and Associate Engagement Initiatives
In his current position, Edwin Ortiz serves as the Point of Contact (POC) for safety, where he establishes and maintains a culture of safety within the workplace. He also acts as the POC for Associate engagement, distributing swag items and organizing various engagement activities to enhance team morale and cohesion.
Previous Experience in Technical Support
Edwin Ortiz worked as a Desktop Support Specialist at QSAC (Quality Services for the Autism Community) for three months in 2020 in Queens. This role involved providing technical support, further diversifying his skill set in both operational and technical domains.