AMAZON is creating 1,000 seasonal positions at its warehouse in Warrington.
Earlier this month, Amazon announced that from November 1 it is increasing its minimum wage to £9.50 for all full-time, part-time, temporary, including those hired by agencies and seasonal workers to help pick, pack and ship customers’ festive orders.
And today it has announced the extra jobs it needs at its fulfilment centre on Omega.
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Edmon Yohannes, site leader at Warrington, said: “We look forward to welcoming 1,000 seasonal workers at Warrington to play an integral role in helping us deliver an exceptional experience for our customers during the Christmas season.
"We plan all year round for the festive period and the increase in people at our site to provide a positive work environment with a series of fun events that can be enjoyed by everyone.”
Recruitment is now under way through agencies.
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