Very discourgaging, miserable, unachievable rate expectations - Picker, Packer Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Aug 27, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Amazon is a huge growing company with excellent benefits, so the chances of a lay-off due to lack of business won't happen.

Cons

We are treated like machines set up to meet impossible rates per hour. Mandatory overtime working 50 to 60 hours a week and it's not even peek season yet. It often reaches 110 degrees in the warehouse. 15 minute breaks are taken up walking across the building to get to the breakroom or outside.

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5.0
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Pros

Really smart people, a lot of opportunity for growth, always encouraged to be innovative, think big, and create something new. Competitive salary and benefits with other major tech companies. 100% self motivating work environment. No dress code and 4 legged friends are welcome.

Cons

You have to be self motivated. NO ONE will hold your hand and tell you that you're doing a great job. If you need constant affirmations from management, this company isn't for you.

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