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Fulfillment Associate

Amazon
£11.80 per hour for day time shifts.
Liverpool
Full time, part time, contract

The Breakroom Take

7.0

Rated 7.0 out of 10

Based on 2,756 ratings from people who work at Amazon

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  • Good employer
  • Recommended by students
  • Respectful managers
  • Proper breaks

About Amazon

Amazon is a technology company, online retailer and online marketplace.

Job description from Amazon

Become part of our warehouse team in Merseyside and help us scan, sort and relocate Amazon parcels. Immediate start, no experience needed.

** FREE TRANSPORT from Manchester and Wigan to Amazon site (MAN8) and FREE TRANSPORT from Warrington, Liverpool Lime Street, and Manchester to Amazon site (DXM4) – matching your shift**

PAY RATE:

£11.80 per hour day shift

£13.51 per hour night shift

Overtime, earn up to £24.10 per hour

CONTRACT TYPE:

Temporary contract via Challenge – TRG Hiring Agency.

SHIFTS:

We offer a variety of shift patterns – days, nights, full time and part time. Shift availability may vary per site.

MAN8: 7:30-16:00, 16:30-23:30, 18:00-04:30, and 22:30-6:30

DXM4: 15:30-20:30 and 23:45-10:15

DWN2: 15:30-20:30 and 23:45-10:15

LOCATION:

Our warehouses are located in Merseyside (MAN8), (DWN2) and (DXM4).

Why you’ll love working here:

  • Earn more: Competitive wage
  • Grow with us: We provide free training, you don’t need any qualifications or previous experience
  • We take care: We offer a modern and safe working environment
  • Daily Perks: Free car parking on site and break areas with free tea and coffee

What you’ll do:

Join our team as a Warehouse Operative in Merseyside. In this active job, you will scan, sort and relocate Amazon parcels. Every day we deliver millions of smiles to Amazon customers, join us and become part of that great journey.

Candidates who join our team come from many backgrounds - apply now and start immediately! Learn more about this role and our options for part time, full time, night shift and weekends.

Job insights from Breakroom

Warehouse operative

Warehouse operatives take delivery of goods, and pick, pack and dispatch products

What you’ll do as a warehouse operative:

  • Take delivery of goods and raw materials
  • Pack and wrap goods
  • Check for damaged or missing items
  • Make sure stock is stored correctly and safely
  • Load goods ready for dispatch

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Standing
  • Heavy lifting
  • Night work
  • Cleaning
  • Physical activities

What employees say

Pay

    Good
  • Most people are paid a living wage

    Do Amazon pay warehouse operatives enough to live on?

    Most people are paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    95% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should be paid enough to live on.

    The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

    The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

  • Good
  • Most people are paid market rates

    Do Amazon pay warehouse operatives market rates?

    Most people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    78% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 130 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.

  • Good
  • Everyone is paid the same, whatever their age

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon get paid the same regardless of age?

    Yes, people under the age of 23 get paid the same as those above 23.

    See what Amazon pays different age groups

    How we know this

    The average pay of under 23s is the same as those above 23.

    Based on data from 211 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and December 2023.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get paid breaks

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon get paid breaks?

    Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    49% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 119 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should have paid breaks.

    You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get sick pay

    Do Amazon pay warehouse operatives sick pay?

    No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.

    How we know this

    90% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 118 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.

    At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.

    This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.

  • Good
  • Most people don’t do unpaid extra work

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon do extra work that they don't get paid for?

    Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.

    How we know this

    80% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.

    Based on data from 122 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.

Hours and flexibility

    Needs improving
  • Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts

    How much notice do warehouse operatives get of their shift pattern at Amazon?

    Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.

    How we know this

    • 59% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
    • 21% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
    • 3% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
    • 17% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.

    Based on data from 75 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.

    This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.

  • Good
  • Most people don’t worry about their hours

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon worry about hours?

    Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    How we know this

    77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    Based on data from 124 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.

    A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.

    This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get a choice of shifts

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon get to choose the shifts they work?

    Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.

    How we know this

    51% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.

    Based on data from 109 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.

  • Okay
  • Can be hard to change shifts

    How easy is it for warehouse operatives at Amazon to change shifts?

    Some people find it hard to change shifts.

    How we know this

    64% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.

    Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.

  • Good
  • Easy to book holiday

    How easy is it for warehouse operatives to book a holiday at Amazon?

    Most people find it easy to book holiday.

    How we know this

    79% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.

    Based on data from 119 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.

  • Good
  • Shifts don’t get changed at short notice

    Do Amazon managers change warehouse operatives shifts at short notice?

    Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.

    How we know this

    96% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.

    Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.

  • Good
  • Most people find it easy to take sick leave

    How easy is it for warehouse operatives to take sick leave at Amazon?

    Most people find it easy to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    70% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 116 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

  • Okay
  • Only some students say it’s good

    Is warehouse operatives at Amazon job good for students?

    Only some students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    How we know this

    34% of students report this isn’t a good place to work if you’re studying.

    Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.

    Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.

  • Okay
  • Only some parents say it’s good

    Is working as warehouse operatives at Amazon good if you have caring responsibilities?

    Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.

    How we know this

    51% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.

    Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.

    Why this matters

    Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people feel treated with respect

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    74% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 113 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.

  • Good
  • Most people get proper breaks

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon get proper breaks?

    Most people get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    82% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.

  • Okay
  • Some people are stressed

    Is it stressful for warehouse operatives to work at Amazon?

    Some people feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    58% of people say they often feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 120 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.

    Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Okay
  • Only some people enjoy their job

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon enjoy their jobs?

    Only some people enjoy their job.

    How we know this

    56% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.

    Based on data from 109 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do warehouse operatives at Amazon recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    47% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 131 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

  • Good
  • Most people get enough training

    Do warehouse operatives get enough training when they start at Amazon?

    Most people got enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    70% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 121 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.

    This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.

    It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get support to progress

    Are warehouse operatives given support to progress at Amazon?

    Only some people are given support to progress here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 66% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.

    Based on data from 106 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.

    This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.

  • Needs improving
  • Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening

    Do warehouse operatives think Amazon head office understands what's happening where they work?

    Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    80% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 112 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.

    To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.

  • Okay
  • Only some people feel well informed by head office

    Do warehouse operatives feel well informed about how Amazon is doing?

    Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    45% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 112 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

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What Amazon employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    Sometimes working from home

    Worst thing

    Distance to travel to get to work

    6.8

    Amazon Employee, November 2023

  • Best thing

    Work, pay

    Worst thing

    Politics, managers, competitive atmosphere

    7.8

    Amazon Employee, November 2023

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  • Best thing

    The pay

    Worst thing

    The lack of empathy and common sense team management from senior leaders

    7.5

    Amazon Employee, November 2023

  • Best thing

    The people

    Worst thing

    Pay, stress I'm under

    6.0

    Amazon Operations supervisor, October 2023

  • Best thing

    The diversity of the people

    Worst thing

    Lack of promotion

    6.6

    Amazon Employee, October 2023

  • Best thing

    Money, and carrer progression

    Worst thing

    Workload

    8.2

    Amazon Warehouse operative, September 2023

  • Best thing

    Salary on time

    Worst thing

    Over stressful and same duties everyday

    6.0

    Amazon Employee, July 2023

  • Best thing

    15 minute interview, no special skills needed

    Worst thing

    Early start, low pay, working weekends, physically demanding

    8.2

    Amazon Warehouse operative, July 2023

  • Best thing

    Leaving at the end of shift
    Pay

    Worst thing

    Continuous manager changes no one’s if they’re coming or going.
    All about targets

    8.4

    Amazon Warehouse operative, June 2023

  • Best thing

    Money and hours

    Worst thing

    Time and length

    7.1

    Amazon Warehouse operative, June 2023

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