If you work in the freezer section of a distribution center or warehouse, you’ve probably noticed that your hands are the first to get cold. Not only do they get cold, but they can also become quite painful and numb.…
If you are interested in operations leadership at Amazon, becoming an Area Manager (AM) is not a bad choice. Warehouse operation teams at Amazon need mentoring, motivation and coaching so that the facility can meet predetermined goals. The only major…
Almost all warehouse facilities you will work for will use some type of lift equipment such as counterbalance, dock stocker, reach truck and order picker. As a result, employers in the supply chain industry (such as Penske Logistics, Publix, US…
Warehouse supervising is an exciting and diverse career path. It combines managerial tasks with operational goals. You can become a warehouse supervisor without a degree and only by securing the right skills for the job. These skills include strong communication,…
Birds are a health and safety hazard especially in food grade warehouses as they may carry disease and can be destructive to food sources. Their droppings also make floors slippery, and their nests are a fire hazard. Owls trapped in…
Just like most warehouse jobs, working as a package handler has its pros and cons. First, working as a package handler for UPS can be hard on your body. This is the #1 reason why most package handlers quit. Other…
Order fillers are Walmart distribution center (DC) employees who fill and pack orders as directed by a voice picking device or in accordance with specifications on sales slips or order forms. Walmart frequently uses the terms freight handler or team…
Amazon facilities have rules and policies that every associate must adhere to. Failure to do so might result in termination of employment. Some policy violations – such as safety violations, fighting and threats (these are known as Category 1 infractions)…
Packing is one of the main entry level roles (process paths) at Amazon facilities. Packers are mainly tasked with placing items into boxes or padded envelopes (jiffies) before they are shipped out to customers. Job Description Meet and exceed productivity…