Warehouse Associate

Position Summary

Starting September 1st, the entry-level hourly wage will increase to €16.28 for Warehouse Associate roles at Amazon facilities in Rostock and Dummerstorf. Employees earn €15.65 gross per hour for daytime shifts, with guaranteed wage increases after 12 months (€15.96/h) and 24 months (€17.43/h).

Work Schedule & Shifts

Both full-time positions (over 30 hours per week) and part-time roles (12+ hours per week) are available, each with fixed shift schedules adaptable to different lifestyles. Shifts span Monday to Saturday, consisting of five working days with two Saturdays worked per month. Shift availability varies by site, with schedule selection occurring later in the hiring process.

Work Locations & Transportation

• RGL1 Amazon: Gewerbepark Ostsee 3, 18196 Dummerstorf
• DMV1 Amazon: S42 Transport GmbH, Zum Frachtzentrum 3, 18146 Rostock

Employees receive a free Deutschlandticket valued at €63 monthly for transportation. At DMV1, free shuttle buses operate, and from week 43, a shuttle service will run between Wismar Central Station and RLG1 during shift hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare customer orders and pack products.
• Receive incoming inventory and store it appropriately.
• Load shipment boxes into trucks.
• Construct, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages.
• Ensure all products meet quality standards.
• Utilize technology such as smartphones and handheld devices for scanning and sorting orders.
• Operate powered industrial trucks (forklifts, pallet drivers) and work at heights up to 13 meters. Training and certification for equipment operation is provided at no cost.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Independently lift up to 15kg, with team lifts up to 23kg (specific to RLG1).
• Follow visual cues and instructions on screens for task completion.
• Perform physical activities including standing, walking, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, and reaching during shifts.
• Move items using carts, dollies, and hand trucks.
• Navigate stairs where applicable and work at mezzanine heights up to 13 meters.
• Adhere to rigorous safety, quality, and production standards at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficiency in German and/or English capable of understanding and following job and safety instructions.

Benefits & Perks

• 28 days of paid vacation (based on a 5-day workweek).
• A modern, safe, and organized workplace environment.
• 10% discount on Amazon employee purchases.
• Life insurance and long-term disability benefits.
• Career Choice Program eligibility after one year of employment.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Application Process

The hiring process is swift with responses within three days. Applicants can apply online quickly without requiring a resume. Successful candidates will undergo background checks and must present right to work documentation.

Additional Information

Open Door Days will be held at RLG1 Amazon facility (Gewerbepark Ostsee 3, 18196) on August 5 and August 19, 2026, both at 10 AM. Attendees can explore the work environment, job role, and benefits with the opportunity for early start dates. Registration is required for participation.

Amazon is committed to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request by contacting via email.