“When I used to work at Amazon, they didn’t have this…”
Posted: December 10, 2024 3:00 PM CST
If you’ve ever wondered what happens at the Amazon facilities where your packages are delivered and processed before delivery, a quick look at social media might help.
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While we may not represent all Amazon employees or facilities, some employees use social media to share portions of their workdays with the world.
In some cases, even jokes about Amazon employees’ jobs can get attention.
In a video posted to TikTok with more than 500,000 views, user Huck (@_backdoord1 on TikTok) jokes about why some packages aren’t delivered as quickly as customers expect.
The hack shows an Amazon fulfillment center with ping pong tables and an arcade as amenities for employees. In the video, several employees, who appear to be on break or off-duty, enjoy using the amenities.
The video is overlaid with text that reads, “For those wondering why their packages are delayed.” “Sorry, I’ll do it later.”
The Daily Dot reached out to Haq via a comment on TikTok, as well as Amazon via email regarding the video.
What is the real cause of Amazon’s delivery delays?
Despite the poster and other viewers joking that it’s fine for employees to enjoy such amenities, the reality is that Amazon delivery services are being provided. often late Simple weather, high demand, and faulty sorting facilities are the culprits. Deliveries are not made just because employees are on a break.
amazon benefits
Arcade games and ping pong tables may be more specialized, but Amazon offers a variety of services as an employer. advantage For people working in the company, including but not limited to:
- Discounts on health and accident insurance, renters and home insurance
- Career advancement opportunities
Some of the benefits available also depend on the employee’s employment status, such as whether they are full-time or part-time.
Viewers also give their opinions
Several viewers commented on the video that they too work for Amazon and were envious of the facilities available at this fulfillment center.
“Mine doesn’t look like that,” one commenter wrote.
“Wait a minute. When I used to work at Amazon, they didn’t have this…” said another.
“There’s no way my warehouse doesn’t care about us just quitting 8 weeks straight after we met,” a third user claimed.
@_backdoord1 busy season party #Amazon #amazonpeakseason #Christmas #phx6 #busy ♬ sunet original – 🎄Christmas☃️
Even customers cannot blame employees for enjoying the amenities provided by the company. I’m just asking for the item to arrive before Christmas.
One commenter wrote: “Have fun, but you better get here before the Christmas boos.”
“I fully support this,” one person commented. “please take it easy!”
Another user added: “Enjoy.” “It’s natural to spend a lot of time with them during the busy season.”
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