Part-Time Part-time Sortation Center Associate in Dearborn Heights
Dearborn Heights Role Highlights
Primary Details
- Excellent work-life balance in Dearborn Heights.
- This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
- Benefits: Flexible scheduling available.
- Location: Dearborn Heights, MI
- Urgency: Immediate start available in Dearborn Heights.
- Part-Time Opportunity in Dearborn Heights: Part-time Sortation Center Associate
- Earnings: $17-$19/Hour (approx. $19.1k/Year)
- Employer: Amazon Logistics (Hiring Part-Time in Dearborn Heights)
- Ideal for: Students, Graduates, or Entry-Level candidates.
- This Dearborn Heights-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Amazon Logistics team in Dearborn Heights, MI is growing.
- Benefit from working in Dearborn Heights, a key hub for the Warehousing And Logistics industry.
Sort the Final Mile of E-Commerce
About Amazon
As the undisputed global leader in e-commerce, Amazon relies on its massive network of specialized facilities to get packages to customers quickly. The Part-Time Sortation Center Associate works in the critical middle-mile of the network, organizing already-packed boxes by zip code before they are handed off to the post office or delivery drivers. When you embark on an entry-level career in warehouse jobs with Amazon, you are joining an incredibly fast-paced, technology-driven environment where your sorting speed matters.
Job Summary
We are actively seeking physically active, detail-oriented, and highly reliable individuals to join our sorting network. As a Part-Time Sortation Center Associate, you will be stationed at the end of the supply chain, scanning boxes, building pallets, and loading outbound trucks. You will serve as the organizational heartbeat, delivering the signature speed that sets Amazon apart in the e-commerce industry. This is a highly physical role perfect for those who want a structured, fast-paced part-time schedule.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Package Scanning: Utilize wearable barcode scanners to rapidly scan sealed Amazon packages coming down the conveyor line.
- Pallet Building: Sort scanned packages onto specific pallets based on their destination zip code, stacking them securely like a game of "Tetris."
- Pallet Wrapping: Use manual or automated shrink-wrap machines to secure completed pallets, ensuring they are stable for truck transport.
- Outbound Loading: Safely operate manual pallet jacks to move completed, wrapped pallets onto outbound trailers for final-mile delivery.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
Your hard work and sorting speed are heavily rewarded:
- Salary: Competitive part-time wage of $18.50 to $21.50 per hour, plus potential surge pay during peak holiday seasons.
- Career Choice: Access to pre-paid college tuition, high school completion, and skills training after a brief tenure.
- Flexible Scheduling: Part-time shifts available in various block patterns (e.g., 4-hour sorts, weekends) to fit your lifestyle.
- Health Coverage: Access to foundational healthcare options and mental health resources.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age upon application.
- No prior logistics or sorting experience is required—we provide complete, paid training.
- Must possess an incredibly strong work ethic, reliability, and a commitment to workplace safety.
- Extreme physical stamina with the continuous ability to walk around the pallets, bend, and lift up to 49 pounds throughout the shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Sortation Center Associate in Dearborn Heights position pay at Amazon Logistics?
This role offers a pay range of $17 - $19. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Dearborn Heights.
Where is this Sortation Center Associate in Dearborn Heights job located?
This position is based in Dearborn Heights, MI. Check the job details for the exact work location and nearest site within Dearborn Heights.
Can I work this part-time Sortation Center Associate in Dearborn Heights job around another job or schedule?
Yes. This is a part-time role — typically around 15 to 30 hours per week — and Amazon Logistics offers flexible scheduling with shifts across mornings, evenings, and weekends. Many people work it as a second job or to earn extra income around a full-time job, school, or family. Share your availability when you apply.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Sortation Center Associate in Dearborn Heights job?
No prior experience is required. Amazon Logistics provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
How many hours per week is this part-time Sortation Center Associate in Dearborn Heights role?
Part-time roles at Amazon Logistics typically run about 15 to 30 hours per week, usually in 4- to 6-hour shifts you can often pick around your availability. Exact hours depend on the location's needs and the days and times you can work.
What benefits does Amazon Logistics offer for this part-time position?
Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), paid time off, and an employee discount. For part-time roles, eligibility often depends on the hours you work each week, so confirm the details with Amazon Logistics for this position.
