Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate
Job Overview
You'll be part of the Amazon warehouse team that gets orders ready for customers relying on Amazon services. Our fast-paced, physical roles take place in a variety of areas including merch, make-on-demand, customer returns, Prime Now, and general fulfillment. You will be selecting, packing, and shipping orders - in some cases, for our super-fast (2-hour or less) delivery service.
Duties & Responsibilities
Some of your duties may include:
Receive and put away inventory Get customer orders ready and pack them up Load boxes into trucks for shipment Use scanners to read bar codes on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet driver, and work at heights up to 40 feet.
Equipment training and certification are provided free of cost.
You will also need to be able to do:
Lift up to 49 pounds Push utility carts up to 60 pounds Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around Go up and down stairs (where applicable) Work at a height of up to 40 feet on a mezzanine (where applicable)
Adhere to strict safety, quality, and fulfillment production standards
What it's like at an Amazon Fulfillment Center
Safety. Your safety is important to us, so we provide protective gear. All teams share safety tips daily.
Surroundings. You'll be operating and working around moving machines - order pickers, stand-up forklifts, turret trucks, and mobile carts.
Activity. Some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, walking around, or climbing stairs.
Temperature. Even with climate controls, temperatures can vary between 60°F and 90°F in some parts of the warehouse; on hot days, temperatures can be over 90°F in the truck yard or inside trailers.
Noise level. It can get noisy at times. We provide hearing protection if you need it.
Dress code. Relaxed, with a few rules to follow for safety. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are required and protective safety footwear are required in select business units. Depending on the role or location, Amazon provides a $110 Zappos gift code towards the purchase of shoes, in order to have you prepared for your first day on the job.
Why You'll Love Amazon
Amazon jobs come with good benefits, flexible work hours, friendly teams, chances to learn new skills and move up in your career, all while working in clean, safe buildings with modern equipment.
Compensation
Benefits. Many of our shifts come with a range of benefits that may include pay and savings options, healthcare, peace of mind for you and your family, and more.
Anytime Pay. You can instantly cash out up to 75% of your earnings immediately after your shift (for select employee groups). Learn more about Anytime Pay.
Work-Life Balance
Schedule flexibility. Depending on where you work, schedules may include full-time (40 hours), reduced-time (30-36 hours) or part-time (20 hours or less), all with the option of working additional hours if needed. Learn more about our schedules.
Shift options. Work when it works for you. Shifts may include overnight, early morning, day, evening, and weekend. You can even have four-day workweeks and three-day weekends. Find out more about our shifts.
Culture
Inclusive workplace. We offer a variety of employee support programs and resource groups. Join us in making a positive impact through local community engagement initiatives and outreach activities that help strengthen the areas where we live and work.
Team environment. Work on small or large teams that support each other in a workplace that's been ranked among the best workplaces in the world.
Career Advancement
New skills. Depending on the role and location, you'll learn how to use the latest Amazon technology - including handheld devices and robotics.
Skills development and growth. We have made a pledge to upskill our employees and offer a variety of free training and development programs, and we also have tuition support options for select employee groups. See where your Amazon journey can take you.
Safe and Modern Workplaces
State-of-the-art facilities. We have modern warehouses that are clean and well-organized.
Safety. Your safety is important to us, so we provide protective gear. All teams share safety tips daily.
Learn more about all the reasons to choose Amazon.
A full list of benefits and criteria for each to be offered a successful applicant can be found on our benefits page.
Requirements
Candidates must be 18 years or older and proficient in English, including the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirement and safety guidelines.
How to Get Started
You can begin by applying above. If you need help with your application, you can start with our step-by-step guide.
If you have questions regarding the hiring process, please visit our support landing page.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation during the application and hiring process, including support for the New Hire Event, or need to initiate a request prior to starting your Day 1, please visit our People with Disabilities landing page or contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT). You can reach us by phone at 888-435-9287, Monday through Friday, between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT.
Equal Employment
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.
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The base pay range for this position is $18.50 to $22.65 per hour. This range covers the minimum to maximum base pay a newly-hired associate could be offered within the state the job is located in. The exact rate of pay offered to successful candidates will depend on:
As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits [aboutamazon.com].
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