$19-$21/hr Sortation Warehouse Associate job in Edison | Hiring

Edison Role Highlights

Job Title: Sortation Warehouse Associate Employer: Amazon (Hiring in Edison) Based in: Edison, NJ (a vibrant local hub)

Pay: $19-$21/Hour (approx. $24.2k/Year) Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included. Clear growth pathways at our Edison office.

Position Scope

Apply your your professional skills skills at our Edison location.

  • This Edison-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our Amazon team in Edison, NJ is growing.
  • Benefit from working in Edison, a key hub for the Logistics industry.


About Amazon & Our Culture

Amazon's supply chain is the heartbeat of global e-commerce. Within our Sortation Centers, we execute the "middle mile" logistics that ensure rapid delivery speeds. If you are looking for flexible warehouse jobs that keep you active, our sortation network provides the perfect opportunity. We are committed to a safe, dynamic workplace where your hard work directly fuels the supply chain engine.

What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)

"The sort center is incredibly fast-paced, but the teamwork here is amazing. Everyone pitches in to clear the conveyor belts during the rush. I love the flexible part-time shifts because they let me balance this job with my family life perfectly. It's one of the best Amazon warehouse jobs I've had." - Current Sortation Associate.

Role Overview & Responsibilities

In the Sortation Center, you are responsible for organizing completed packages before they head to their final delivery stations. It’s a high-energy environment focused on routing accuracy and pallet building.

  • Package Sorting: Read digital routing labels and manually sort packages onto the correct conveyor belts or directly into regional destination chutes.
  • Palletizing: Stack boxes strategically onto pallets (like playing Tetris), ensuring stability, and securely wrapping them with shrink-wrap for transit.
  • Fluid Loading: Utilize manual pallet jacks to load finished, heavy pallets onto outbound semi-trailers safely and efficiently.

Benefits & Perks

We offer highly flexible scheduling options, competitive hourly pay, shift differentials, and comprehensive health benefits for eligible employees, along with career upskilling programs.

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