Specialty Warehouse Associate Job Rockford area,Illinois USA,Warehouse

Specialty Warehouse Associate

In this role, you'll work with items that require special care and attention. This includes creating custom customer orders through a manufacturing process — such as assembling apparel, accessories, home goods, and printed items like books and posters. In some locations, you may also handle specialty items that require careful attention, such as aerosol sprays and similar products. This role is a great fit for candidates who take pride in quality and enjoy working with a variety of products.

Basic

Job Requirements

Be 18 years or older

Understand and follow instructions in the required language

Lift up to 49 pounds

View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks

Stand and walk, as well as push, pull, squat, bend, and reach frequently during shifts

Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around

Go up and down stairs (where applicable)

Identify and resolve issues as they arise

What You'll Do

Receive and put away specialty materials and inventory

Operate automated printing machines to create custom designs on products like t-shirts, books, drinkware, pop-sockets, smartphone cases, and more

Sort, fold, package, and apply labels to finished products

Scan product barcodes using handheld devices

Load packages onto trucks for delivery

Conduct quality checks to verify products meet safety and quality standards

Handle hazardous materials, such as aerosols, while following proper safety protocols

Some roles offer the opportunity to learn how to operate powered industrial trucks (PIT), such as forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers. Equipment training and certification are provided free of cost.

Schedule Options

Shift Options. Early Morning, Daytime, Evening, and Overnight hours.

Weekly Hours. Full-Time (40 hours), Reduced-Time (30-39 hours), Part-Time (20-29 hours), or Flex-Time (0-19 hours).

Schedule Flexibilit y. Choose from a Fixed weekly schedule or Flexible Schedules.

Work-Life Balance. 3-day weekends available on select shifts, with opportunities for overtime when needed.

Operating Hours. Our sites operate 24/7, so you can choose an available shift that works best for you.

Please Note:

Available shift options are subject to business needs.

What It's Like at an Amazon Specialty Warehouse Safety & Your Workspace

Safety. Your safety is our top priority. We provide protective gear and all teams share safety tips daily. Our state-of-the-art facilities are clean, well-organized, and designed with your safety in mind.

Equipment. In some locations, you'll be operating and working around moving equipment – powered industrial trucks (PIT), mobile carts, rolling cages, etc.

Physical Activity. Some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, walking around, or climbing stairs.

Work Conditions

Temperature. Climate-controlled facilities maintain temperatures between 60°F and 90°F in most areas.

Noise level. It can get noisy provide hearing protection if you need it.

Dress code. Relaxed and comfortable. Dress for varying temperatures. Closed-toe shoes required. Protective safety footwear required in select areas. $110 Zappos gift code provided for your first day.

Why You'll Love Amazon 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. ()

Overtime Opportunities. When customer demand increases, you may have the chance to work additional days.

Culture

Inclusive workplace. We offer a variety of employee support programs and resource groups. Join us in making a positive impact through…