Part-Time 3rd Shift Sortation Shift Lead Job – East Orange Hiring

Local Part-Time Job Overview: East Orange

Snapshot

• Part-Time Job in East Orange: 3rd Shift Sortation Shift Lead
• Location: East Orange, NJ
• Company: Amazon
• This part-time role in East Orange is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our Amazon part-time team in East Orange, NJ is growing.
• Benefit from working part-time in East Orange, a key hub for the Logistics And Supply Chain industry.

Rewards

• Pay: $4.2k-$5.5k/Month (approx. $58k/Year)
• Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
• Excellent work-life balance for part-time staff in East Orange.

What You'll Do

• This part-time position centers on your professional skills within the Logistics And Supply Chain space in East Orange.

Position Brief: Graveyard Operational Commander

A high-performing logistics network is entirely dependent on the quality of its floor leadership, particularly during the grueling graveyard hours. We are actively seeking distinguished, highly capable logistics professionals to ascend to the role of 3rd Shift Sortation Shift Lead (internally designated as a Process Assistant or PA). This is a critical, hybrid command position that bridges the gap between frontline execution and salaried Area Managers in the middle of the night. You will not merely sort packages; you will be the tactical nocturnal anchor for an entire sector of the facility, responsible for directing associate flow, tracking hourly volume metrics on a laptop, and ensuring the Sortation Center hits its strict morning dispatch goals. If you have mastered warehouse operations and seek 3rd shift warehouse jobs that offer legitimate leadership authority, strategic problem-solving, and a clear trajectory into salaried corporate operations, this is your ultimate overnight career evolution.

Core Operational Directives

Your objective is to ensure the operational fluidity of your assigned zone during the overnight sort. You will execute complex barrier removal while actively monitoring, supporting, and directing the broader fleet of graveyard associates.

• Tactical Labor Allocation: Function as the primary logistical tactician on the floor. You will continuously monitor digital volume dashboards on a mobile tech-cart, dynamically moving associates between slow zones and high-volume surge zones to prevent conveyor backups.
• Floor Mentorship & Shadowing: Serve as the primary operational instructor for all associates. You will conduct immediate on-the-floor coaching regarding ergonomic freight handling, sortation accuracy, and strict adherence to safety protocols in low-visibility environments.
• Shift Readiness & Hand-Off: Anchor the late-night operational transitions. You will assist Area Managers in conducting pre-shift safety huddles, auditing workstations for required supplies (pallets, wrap), and generating detailed end-of-shift digital reports for the incoming morning management team.
• Incident Command & Resolution: Act as the first point of escalation for minor safety incidents, conveyor jams, or personnel conflicts in the middle of the night. You will clear mechanical faults safely and ensure the floor maintains a perfectly safe operational rhythm.

Workplace Dynamics & Environment

The 3rd Shift Shift Lead operates in an environment of constant communication and high-stakes nocturnal problem-solving. You are the veteran presence on the concrete floor. Your night will constantly shift from the intense digital tracking of volume flow rates to the physical coordination of clearing a massive jam in chute 4. You must possess immense emotional intelligence to motivate exhausted associates at 3:00 AM, alongside the elite physical stamina required to jump in and build pallets at lightning speed when the line falls behind. You are the respected, stabilizing force of the Sortation Center's graveyard operations.

Financial Portfolio & Comprehensive Benefits

Leadership and advanced logistical capability on the 3rd shift command an elite compensation structure:

• Premium Leadership Compensation & Night Pay: Earn a significantly elevated monthly salary that directly reflects your leadership status, your crucial floor management responsibilities, and your ability to salvage failing metrics, massively boosted by 3rd shift premium differentials.
• Direct Career Trajectory: This position is expressly designed as the primary stepping stone into salaried Amazon Operations roles, including Area Manager (AM) or specialized central flow command positions.
• Total Healthcare Security: Access top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance networks from Day 1 to ensure absolute protection for you and your family.
• Paid Leave & Wealth Generation: Accrue generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and participate in robust 401(k) retirement plans featuring employer-matching contributions.

Candidate Criteria & Qualifications

This is strictly an advanced-tier position. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older. You must possess a minimum of 1 to 2 years of highly verifiable, flawless experience in warehouse, retail, or military logistics, boasting a historical record of perfect safety adherence. You must possess exceptional verbal communication and coaching skills, capable of instructing and motivating a diverse overnight workforce. Advanced proficiency with laptop computers, Excel, and data dashboard interpretation is mandatory. A comprehensive background check and drug screen are required.