UPS to Hire 50 in Memphis Area

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UPS (NYSE: UPS) plans to hire over 50 part-time package handlers in Memphis, creating opportunities for career advancement, as over 120,000 employees have transitioned to full-time roles from similar positions.

The company offers competitive pay starting at $17 per hour, healthcare benefits after a short wait, and tuition assistance through its Earn and Learn program, which has contributed nearly $670 million to employee education since 1997.

Interested applicants can apply at upsjobs.com.

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• Hiring over 50 part-time positions in Memphis, enhancing local employment.
• Part-time roles can lead to full-time opportunities; over 120,000 employees promoted from part-time.
• Competitive pay starting at $17 per hour with benefits.
• Tuition assistance program funded nearly $670 million since 1997, aiding over 300,000 employees.

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• None.

• Part-time positions are available on multiple shifts
• These positions offer health care, pension and tuition benefits, and a discounted stock purchase opportunity
• Over 120,000 part-time employees at UPS have gone on to full-time driving positions or into management roles
• For those displaced by COVID-19, UPS jobs offer an opportunity to launch a new career
• Applications available at upsjobs.com  
  

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UPS (NYSE: UPS) announced today that it expects to hire over 50 employees in the Memphis area. These jobs are permanent, part-time package handling positions in UPS sortation hubs and centers that can lead to a career.

More than 56 percent of UPS’s current drivers and management staff were originally hired for part-time package handler jobs. Promotion from within enabled many to begin their careers at UPS.

“We’re proud to move our world forward by delivering what matters, and the rapid and ongoing growth of ecommerce coupled with overall demand for our services is creating new part-time opportunities,” said Keishia Mashore, Director of Human Resources. “We’re looking for people to join our team here in the Memphis area, and to possibly start a great career at UPS.”

Through the company’s Earn and Learn program, eligible employees who are students can earn up to $25,000 towards college expenses, in addition to their hourly pay. UPS has invested nearly $670 million in tuition assistance – nearly $30 million a year since the program was established in 1997 – helping over 300,000 employees pay for their college education.

These jobs come with competitive pay and benefits, including healthcare (after a short waiting period), retirement contributions, tuition assistance and a discounted stock purchase program. Hourly starting pay is up to $17.00 depending on location, shift and position, and includes annual raises.

UPS is hiring at the following Memphis-area location:

Oakhaven – 3675 Swinnea Rd, Memphis, TN 38118  

Interested applicants should apply at upsjobs.com.

Photos and video b-roll can be found at: brand.ups.com/en-us/UPS-Hiring.html

About UPS

UPS (NYSE: UPS) is one of the world’s largest package delivery companies with 2020 revenue of $84.6 billion, and provides a broad range of integrated logistics solutions for customers in more than 220 countries and territories. The company’s more than 540,000 employees embrace a strategy that is simply stated and powerfully executed: Customer First. People Led. Innovation Driven. UPS is committed to being a steward of the environment and positively contributing to the communities we serve around the world. UPS also takes a strong and unwavering stance in support of diversity, equity and inclusion. The company can be found on the Internet at www.ups.com, with more information at www.stories.ups.com and www.investors.ups.com.

Contact:

UPS Media Relations, pr@ups.com

FAQ

What positions is UPS hiring for in Memphis?

UPS is hiring for part-time package handler positions in Memphis.

What benefits do UPS part-time employees receive?

UPS part-time employees receive healthcare, pension, tuition assistance, and a stock purchase opportunity.

How much does UPS pay for part-time positions?

UPS offers competitive pay starting at $17 per hour for part-time positions.

What is the Earn and Learn program at UPS?

The Earn and Learn program allows eligible employees to earn up to $25,000 towards college expenses.

Where can I apply for a UPS job in Memphis?

Applications are available at upsjobs.com.