Amazon to Create More Than 500 Full-Time Jobs in Macon
October 31 2017 - 8:50AM
Business Wire
New facility brings Georgia presence to four
fulfillment centers
Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced plans for a new
fulfillment center in Macon, Georgia. When opened, Amazon will
create more than 500 new full-time jobs at the facility. The
company currently has more than 2,000 full-time employees at three
fulfillment centers located in Braselton, Lithia Springs and Union
City.
“Georgia continues to be a great place for Amazon to do business
and we look forward to adding a fulfillment center to better serve
our customers in the region,” said Sanjay Shah, Amazon vice
president of North America customer fulfillment. “Our new
fulfillment center in Macon will create hundreds of full-time jobs
with competitive pay and great benefits. We’re glad to be a part of
the community and provide a positive economic impact for the
region.”
“Amazon’s continued investment in our state speaks to our
dedication to improve, expand and modernize Georgia’s logistics and
distribution network,” said Gov. Nathan Deal. “As a top national
distribution hub, suppliers can reach 80 percent of the U.S.
population from Georgia in just a 2-day truck drive or a 2-hour
flight. Our robust technology network and world-class logistics
infrastructure have been immeasurably beneficial in attracting new
business to Georgia and spurring growth for companies already
operating here. Georgia’s strategic location, skilled workforce and
innovative spirit are a perfect fit for Amazon’s innovative
approach to business, as the company’s needs align with many of our
key industries, from technology to distribution to
connectivity.”
Employees at the more than 1,000,000-square-foot facility will
pick, pack and ship large-sized items for customers, including
household furniture, sporting equipment and gardening tools. Newly
created jobs will include warehouse, management and supervisory
positions. Employees at the fulfillment center will receive
comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including medical,
dental and vision insurance as well as 401(k) options,
performance-based bonuses and company stock awards.
Amazon also offers full-time employees innovative programs like
Career Choice, where the company will pre-pay up to 95 percent of
tuition for courses related to in-demand fields, regardless of
whether the skills are relevant to a career at Amazon.
“Once again, Macon-Bibb County has been selected as a great
location for a business to expand its new logistics operation
because of our location, our workforce, and our quality of life,”
said Macon-Bibb County Mayor Robert Reichert. “I’m delighted to
welcome Amazon to Macon-Bibb, and I’m looking forward to helping
them become a part of our community."
“We are thrilled that Amazon continues to deepen its roots, and
grow its presence in Georgia,” said Georgia Department of Economic
Development Commissioner Pat Wilson. “Amazon’s commitment to our
state has transformed our technology and logistics infrastructure,
and I am glad that Georgia continues to provide Amazon with the
resources they need to continue to drive innovation all over the
world. We are looking forward to a future filled with continued
collaboration with one of the most recognizable technology
powerhouses.”
To learn more about working at an Amazon fulfillment center,
interested candidates can visit www.amazondelivers.jobs.
The project is being developed in a partnership between Seefried
Industrial Properties and an affiliate of USAA Real Estate Company.
The Macon Bibb County Industrial Authority entitled and sold the
property.
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