Amazon.com- work hard, no time for a life. - Area Manager Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Aug 27, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Fast paced, huge company. There is a lot of development and expansion going on, the company is experiencing global growth.

Cons

There is an over emphasis placed on numbers and completing Kaizens without any being placed on personnel development and retention. With the frequent change in staff at all levels going on, it is hard to properly train and develop teams. Morale is low because no matter how hard teams work, overtime and lack of recognition are a constant. There is not a work/life balance for managers. Employee turn over at the area manager and operations manager level is high.

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5.0
Feb 19, 2026
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Pros

I got paid weekly, there was a $2 premium for night shifts.

Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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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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