Amazon has announced an increase in hourly wages for its fulfillment and operations roles, as detailed in a blog post dated September 30. Employees can now earn between $18.50 and $29.50 per hour, depending on their specific positions.

According to the company, this wage increase is part of Amazon's broader investment strategy in Ohio, which has seen approximately $35 billion invested since 2010. This investment encompasses both physical infrastructure and employee compensation, making it one of the more significant investments among the 50 states.

Amazon reports that it directly supports over 38,000 jobs in Ohio. Additionally, it estimates that around 72,000 jobs are indirectly supported by its operations within the state.

"At Amazon, the invaluable contributions of our employees lie at the heart of our success," said Ofori Agboka, Amazon’s Vice President of People, Experience & Technology (PXT). "With a commitment to good pay, comprehensive benefits, and skills training, we empower our workforce to achieve personal goals and pursue rewarding career paths. Investing in our employees means investing in their families, communities, and a brighter future for all," Agboka added.

In 2024, Amazon invested more than $2.2 billion to increase wages. This represents an average annual increase of $3,000 for full-time employees working a standard 40-hour week. The company offers various roles within its operations network such as stowing, picking, packing, sorting, and shipping customer orders across numerous cities and towns nationwide.

The expansion includes opening dozens of fulfillment centers, delivery stations, and same-day delivery sites across the United States in 2024. Each site creates hundreds or thousands of new job opportunities based on its size and location. Amazon also provides benefits including comprehensive health coverage along with prepaid education and skills training programs.

The Amazon Fulfillment Center CMH3 is located in Monroe, Ohio.