UPS Part-Time Twilight Sort Associate
Opportunity in Gary
Role in Gary: Part-time Twilight Sort Associate Hiring Organization: UPS Worksite: Gary, IN Urgency: Immediate consideration in Gary.
Compensation: $21-$23/Hour (approx. $26.6k/Year) Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included. Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
Core Focus
This role centers on your professional skills within the Package Logistics space in Gary.
- This Gary-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our UPS team in Gary, IN is growing.
- Benefit from working in Gary, a key hub for the Package Logistics industry.
About UPS & Our Culture
The evening hours between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM are among the most valuable in the UPS network — and among the most flexible for people building their working lives around other commitments. Our Part-Time Twilight Sort positions are specifically designed for students who finish class in the afternoon, professionals who want to supplement their primary income after work, and parents whose family obligations end at dinnertime. These UPS part-time jobs are the most popular shift window in our package center precisely because the schedule fits so naturally into so many different lifestyles. There is a reason our twilight sort team has the lowest turnover of all our part-time warehouse jobs.
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"I finish my university classes at 4 PM and I am at UPS by 5. The twilight shift ends by 9:30 and I still have time to study before bed. My Teamsters medical benefits kicked in and replaced my expensive student health plan, and the Earn & Learn tuition payment covered my spring semester. I have recommended this UPS part-time warehouse job to every student I know — there is nothing in this area that compares." - Current Part-Time Twilight Sort Associate, Austin, TX.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a UPS Part-Time Twilight Sort Associate, you process the heavy wave of commercial and residential pickup packages during the peak evening sort window inside our package center, routing every parcel with accuracy toward its correct outbound trailer before the night linehaul departure window opens.
- Commercial Volume Processing: Sort the dense evening volume of business pickup packages, reading destination labels and routing parcels accurately onto outbound belts and trailer lanes at a sustained pace throughout the peak twilight window.
- Pallet Building: Stack sorted packages onto outbound pallets in stable, weight-distributed configurations and apply shrink-wrap securely before pallets are moved to the dock for trailer loading.
- Multi-Function Flexibility: Rotate between sorting, loading, and unloading assignments as directed by the twilight sort manager, adapting fluidly to wherever the facility's volume bottleneck is heaviest each evening.
Benefits & Perks
UPS Part-Time Twilight Sort Associates earn Teamsters union wages with contractual annual raises, full medical, dental, and vision benefits, pension contributions, paid personal time, and UPS Earn & Learn tuition assistance. The 5 PM to 10 PM window makes this the most student-friendly and second-job-compatible of all part-time warehouse jobs in the UPS network.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the UPS Part position pay at UPS?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Gary.
Where is this UPS Part job located?
This position is based in Gary, IN. UPS has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Gary.
How many hours per week is this part-time UPS Part 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.
What does a typical day look like as a UPS Part?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in UPS's Gary facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
