UPS Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate
Role Based in Piscataway
Primary Details
- Worksite: Piscataway, NJ (Local Candidate Preferred)
- Employer: UPS (Hiring Part-Time in Piscataway)
- New Opening: Part-Time Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate
- This Piscataway-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our UPS team in Piscataway, NJ is growing.
- Benefit from working in Piscataway, a key hub for the Package Logistics industry.
What You Get
- Compensation: $21-$24/Hour (approx. $23.7k/Year) (Competitive PT Rate)
- Benefits: Weekly pay options may be available.
- Join a friendly Piscataway team with flexible shifts.
Core Focus
- Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible Piscataway environment.
About UPS & Our Culture
The city is barely awake, but the UPS Sunrise Sort is already running at full velocity. Our early-morning sort window — typically 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM — processes the overflow volume from the overnight sort cycle, ensuring that every delivery package car is fully loaded and driver-ready before the morning rush begins. These unique early-morning UPS warehouse jobs are perfect for individuals who want to finish work while most people are still commuting, then enjoy a completely free afternoon. If you value schedule flexibility alongside genuine logistics careers, the Sunrise Sort is your optimal shift window.
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"I wake up at 3:30 AM, work an intense and satisfying four-hour sort, and I am done before 9:00 AM with a full afternoon ahead of me. The shift differential adds real money to the base hourly rate, the team is very focused and professional, and UPS's Earn & Learn program is funding my nursing prerequisites in the afternoons. This UPS warehouse job genuinely changed the trajectory of my life." - Current Sunrise Sort Associate, Nashville, TN.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a UPS Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate, you process remaining overnight volume and final preload functions during the critical pre-departure window inside our package center, ensuring every driver can depart on time with a complete, accurate load.
- Overflow Sort Processing: Sort remaining overnight packages that exceeded the previous shift's sort capacity, accurately reading destination labels and routing parcels to the correct outbound lanes before the preload deadline.
- Final Car Checks: Walk assigned package cars before driver departure, verifying that all packages are scanned, load quality meets UPS standards, and no oversized or air packages are misloaded in ground positions.
- Air Package Priority Sweep: Conduct a final audit of the sort floor for any UPS Next Day Air or 2nd Day Air packages that did not clear the overnight sort, escalating any found air commits to the supervisor for immediate priority routing.
Benefits & Perks
Sunrise Sort Associates earn an early-morning shift differential on top of the Teamsters base hourly rate. Full union benefits — medical, dental, vision, and pension — apply from the first day of Teamsters eligibility. UPS Earn & Learn tuition assistance and paid personal time are included, making this one of the most schedule-friendly warehouse jobs in the market.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the UPS Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate position pay at UPS?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $24. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Piscataway.
Where is this UPS Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate job located?
This position is based in Piscataway, NJ. UPS has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Piscataway.
What are the overnight shift hours?
Overnight shifts at UPS in Piscataway typically run from approximately 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM, though exact times may vary by facility. Night shift roles often come with shift differential pay on top of the base rate.
How many hours per week is this part-time UPS Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate role?
Part-time positions at UPS generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What benefits does UPS offer for this position?
UPS provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does UPS offer tuition assistance or education benefits?
Yes, UPS offers fully funded tuition reimbursement programs. Eligible associates can pursue degrees and certifications at no cost through programs like Career Choice, covering tuition, books, and fees.
