How is Amazon boosting logistics? Explore the company’s massive new centers in Oregon and Indiana, set to hire 3,000 people.
Amazon is expanding its logistics network by opening two new, massive fulfillment centers, including its largest ever in the Pacific Northwest.
The most substantial new facility is located in Woodburn, Oregon, just outside of Portland. According to local media, this sprawling e-commerce distribution center covers 3.8 million sq ft and is four times larger than the terminals at the nearby international airport. The facility is designed to store millions of products and is equipped with highly advanced automation technology, including specialized scanners, conveyor systems, and robots that automatically retrieve, sort, and deliver inbound and outbound orders.
To run this immense operation, Amazon plans to initially hire 3,000 people. The grand opening ceremony for the Woodburn facility was attended by local leaders, including Democratic Congresswoman Andrea Salinas.
Amazon is simultaneously moving forward with another large-scale e-commerce distribution center construction project in Indiana, further boosting its national fulfillment capacity. This rapid expansion highlights Amazon's ongoing strategy to invest heavily in physical infrastructure and automation to speed up delivery times across the United States.
