Nova
New Member
Hi everyone! I'm starting my 5th week as a package handler. I've been mostly doing work in small sort as a bagger but every shift I've been shuffled to the metals belt and loading trucks. So far it's been quite a unique experience, but then again my situation is equally unique as well.
Being in my early 40's with a college education and over 20 years of professional experience in my field I'm by no means a newbie to the workforce. Luckily I'm in good shape and I'm often mistaken for being in my late 20's, which I have discovered is not working in my favor because often I'm put in the trucks working with 20 year olds that have what seems unlimited energy (ahh I remember those days). Anyhow I digress...
What do I think so far? It's a hot chaotic mess; it really is. However, I do my job, work my butt off, show up early and I've been recognized by supes, management, and full timers as a hard worker and someone you can count on. All the traits that my parents instilled in me when I was 16 years old and it's the same devotion and commitment that has afforded me the ability to make a successful career in my field of study outside of UPS for 22 years. While like many others I'm here for the benefits primarily but I can see opportunity in other areas of the company that may fit my background a little more. Nevertheless, I will continue to see where and how Brown takes me.
I plan on documenting the process via the forums to help others like me in a similar situation. Additionally, I'm thrilled to have had the chance to lurk on the forums (pre-employment) to get a true pulse of the company and some inside info. So with that being said, thank you to everyone that has contributed to the knowledge base located here.
More to come...
Being in my early 40's with a college education and over 20 years of professional experience in my field I'm by no means a newbie to the workforce. Luckily I'm in good shape and I'm often mistaken for being in my late 20's, which I have discovered is not working in my favor because often I'm put in the trucks working with 20 year olds that have what seems unlimited energy (ahh I remember those days). Anyhow I digress...
What do I think so far? It's a hot chaotic mess; it really is. However, I do my job, work my butt off, show up early and I've been recognized by supes, management, and full timers as a hard worker and someone you can count on. All the traits that my parents instilled in me when I was 16 years old and it's the same devotion and commitment that has afforded me the ability to make a successful career in my field of study outside of UPS for 22 years. While like many others I'm here for the benefits primarily but I can see opportunity in other areas of the company that may fit my background a little more. Nevertheless, I will continue to see where and how Brown takes me.
I plan on documenting the process via the forums to help others like me in a similar situation. Additionally, I'm thrilled to have had the chance to lurk on the forums (pre-employment) to get a true pulse of the company and some inside info. So with that being said, thank you to everyone that has contributed to the knowledge base located here.
More to come...
