Amazon has announced it will open a new site in Greater Manchester that will see the creation of over 150 jobs.
The online delivery giant will open a new 20,000sq ft delivery station in Rochdale, creating around 50 permanent jobs as well as over 100 driver opportunities for its logistics and 'Flex' partners.
Amazon said the new building at Kingsway Business Park will be fully operational by autumn, serving customers in the Rochdale area.
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Rochdale MP, Tony Lloyd said: “Rochdale needs jobs, so it is good to see this announcement by Amazon that they are creating these permanent jobs for the town. This is a strong signal that Rochdale is a great place to locate.
"The example that Amazon is setting will be followed by many other businesses.”
Amazon said delivery stations power the "last mile" of its order process - and helps speed up deliveries for customers.
Packages are shipped to a delivery station from neighbouring Amazon fulfilment and sortation centres, loaded into delivery vehicles and delivered to customers.
Kerry-Anne Lawlor, country director for Amazon Logistics, said: “We are excited to invest in the Rochdale area with a new delivery station that will provide efficient delivery for customers, and create new jobs for the talented workforce.”
