Amazon Workforce Staffing: Warehouse Operator

Company: Amazon Workforce Staffing
Location: West Des Moines
Posted on: August 25, 2020

Job Description:

Hourly pay rate: $15.40 or moreAmazon remains open as an essential business to serve our communities delivering critical supplies directly to the doorsteps of people who need them. Find out what Amazon is doing to provide a safe environment for employees at this time on our COVID-19 FAQ page.Youre on your way to joining the dedicated team that makes sure customers get their orders on time.This part-time job gives you the opportunity to work in the morning or overnight to help you make the most of your days. Earn a competitive wage while learning new skills and building your experience by doing a range of different types of work. Stay active during your shift in this fast-paced warehouse environment.Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to read and speak English for safety purposes.What this job will be like:Youll work in a warehouse environment called a Delivery Station, which is the the final stop for orders on their way to customers doors. Youll get packages ready for their final destination. That means youll get to do things like: Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders for deliveryBuild, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages Receive truck deliveriesThese duties will rotate on a daily basis.Shift details:If you need flexibility in your schedule, this job allows you to choose from available shifts each week to create your own. Enjoy the flexibility of picking your own schedule while earning a reliable pay rate.Youll work up to 19 hours per week. Shift times will vary to ensure we meet customer-promised delivery times during the day. Flexibility is key.What its like inside the warehouse: Your safety is important to us. Well give you protective gear, such as a facial covering and safety vest to wear.Temperature checks are being conducted at sites around the U.S. Anyone registering a temperature over the CDC-recommended 100.4F will be asked to return home and only come back to work after theyve gone three days without a fever.Associates are expected to follow social distancing guidelines, participate in safety exercises such as daily stretching, and share safety tips with co-workers.You will work around moving machines.Youll be on the move for your whole shift. Your shifts will include standing in one place for long periods, walking around, and climbing stairs. You will need to wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes.Even with climate controls, temperatures in some parts of our warehouses may vary between 60F and 90F. Temperatures can go over 90F in the truck yard or inside trailers on hot days.It can get noisy. We will give you hearing protection, if you need it.The dress code is relaxed with a few rules to follow for safety. You will also need to be able to: Lift up to 49 poundsUse safe practices and methods to handle products heavier than 100 poundsStand and walk, as well as push, pull, squat, bend, and reach frequently during long shifts Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move things around Go up and down stairs (for sites with stairs)Use technology like computers and smart phonesBenefits: 401(k) savings planOn-the-job training and skill developmentEmployee Assistance ProgramLearn more here: https://www.Amazondelivers.Jobs/about/benefitsWhats next?Learn more about our hiring process here:http://www.Amazondelivers.Jobs/about/amazon-hiring-processAmazon 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 visithttps://www.Amazon.Jobs/en/disability/us.Candidates must be 18 years or older with ability to read and speak English for safety.Reasons youll love working here: Earn more: You can expect a competitive wage and reliable pay check when you work for Amazon.Benefits: From a 401(k) savings plan to employee discounts, Amazon has you covered on perks. Basic qualifications: High school, GED, or equivalent diplomaAmazon 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.by Jobble

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