News Summary
Amazon has opened its first same-day delivery facility in Louisiana, located in Jefferson Parish and spanning 150,000 square feet. This facility aims to process thousands of local orders weekly, currently employing over 80 individuals and planning to expand to 200 employees. With advanced robotics for efficient order processing, the site stocks over 38,000 products for rapid delivery. Local officials praise its economic impact, boosting jobs and meeting growing demand for swift delivery services in the region.
Louisiana
Amazon has launched its first same-day delivery facility in Louisiana, enhancing delivery services for customers in the New Orleans area. The new facility, which spans 150,000 square feet, officially opened on September 8, 2025, during a ceremony attended by local community leaders.
Facility Details and Employment Opportunities
Located in Jefferson Parish, the site is designed to process thousands of local orders each day and can handle approximately 75,000 packages weekly. Currently, the facility employs over 80 individuals and continues to hire as operations ramp up, with plans to increase staff to 200 employees. The starting wage for positions at the facility is $18.50 per hour, and benefits begin on the first day of employment, which include health coverage, parental leave, and a 401(k) match.
Technology and Operations
The facility features advanced robotics and conveyor systems to ensure efficient order processing, allowing Amazon to fulfill orders within hours instead of days. It is designed to stock over 38,000 different products available for same-day delivery, further supporting the rapid service goals of the company.
Economic Impact on the Region
Local officials view the launch of the delivery facility as an economic win for the region, highlighting the alignment with local workforce capabilities and the existing logistics infrastructure. The addition of this facility is set to create local jobs and serve the community’s growing demand for swift delivery services.
Amazon’s Growing Delivery Service Network
This new site is part of Amazon’s broader strategy to enhance its same-day delivery service, which has expanded to more than 140 metropolitan areas in the United States since 2015. Prime members benefit from free same-day or one-day delivery on millions of products, making this service increasingly appealing for online shoppers.
Investment in Employee Upskilling
In conjunction with this launch, Amazon has committed $1.2 billion to employee upskilling programs, which include support for college tuition, General Education Development (GED) diplomas, and professional certifications for operations employees. This investment aims to provide employees with opportunities for personal and professional development while fostering a skilled workforce.
Additional Facilities and Future Plans
The Jefferson Parish facility marks the first site in Louisiana dedicated specifically to same-day delivery services. Amazon has other facilities located in Jefferson Parish, as well as sites in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Shreveport. Additionally, another facility in Slidell is set to open soon and will focus on package sorting and distribution for the Northshore region, further enhancing the logistics and delivery capabilities of the company.
Overall, this facility’s launch in Louisiana represents a significant step forward in Amazon’s logistical operations, providing faster delivery services to customers while contributing to local employment and economic growth.
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