Good as a temporary job, unreliable for long term - Recensione dipendente - Delivery Driver presso Forge Logistics

3,0
15 nov 2024
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

Vantaggi

- Management and colleagues can be helpful on contactable at most hours. - Planned out and methodical induction. - Flexible shift patterns for 3 day+ when I was working there.

Svantaggi

- Shift and shift loads are unpredictable and sometimes unfair. - Punished for good performance (Good routes and then expected to do well in low performing routes). I think it's Amazon's delivery algorithm which hosts this problem. - Flex app needs updating almost weekly which is a problem when getting to your van to the earliest sign-in point. - Routes seemed to get increasingly difficult having putting in the effort to work more efficiently on a day to day basis. - Unfortunately expected to keep working through breaktimes to ensure I'm getting home before 10:00pm in some cases.

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Risposta di Forge Logistics
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Thanks for the review! It sounds like you had quite the adventure with us—kind of like The Great British Bake Off, but instead of baking cakes, you were delivering parcels, and instead of Mary Berry, we had the Amazon algorithm judging your every move. Let’s dive in! Pros: We’re glad to hear you found management and colleagues helpful and contactable. Honestly, we try to be more available than a late-night kebab shop. Planned, methodical inductions? Yes, we do pride ourselves on easing folks into the delivery game. It’s like a logistics starter pack. Flexible shifts? Check. We aim to keep things as balanced as a tightrope walker carrying parcels. Cons (with a dash of humour): Shift unpredictability: We get it—sometimes the algorithm’s sense of "fairness" feels like it’s run by someone rolling dice. We’d like to tell you we can arm-wrestle it into submission, but it’s Amazon. They probably trained it on Game of Thrones plot twists. Punished for good performance: Deliver like a pro, and the algorithm thinks you’re a superhero who can handle any route. It’s not us; it’s the algorithm deciding to throw you into "Beast Mode." Flex app updates: Oh, the joy of weekly updates! Honestly, we’re with you on this one—it’s like the app enjoys playing "spot the new button" more than we do. Increasingly difficult routes: We wish we could tell you there’s a secret "easy mode," but alas, Amazon’s algorithm seems to think you’re training for a delivery Olympics. Working through breaks: Nobody should feel like they’re starring in Fast & Furious: Parcel Edition. If the algorithm had feelings, we’d ask it to chill—but it’s a cold, hard code. Final Thoughts: It sounds like your time with us was a bit of a rollercoaster—great colleagues, flexible shifts, and then the occasional "algorithm surprise." We’re sorry the breaks and unpredictable loads made it harder for you. (Breaking before 10:00 pm shouldn’t feel like winning the lottery.) If you ever decide to rejoin, we’ll happily welcome you back into the fold. Until then, may your Flex apps update smoothly and your routes be algorithm-free! All the best, Team Forge Logistics 🚛💨

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5,0
19 nov 2025
Dipendente anonimo
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

Vantaggi

The vibe here is quite good. Even though the job can be tough at times, it seems like everyone has your back. You are not just a number here, which makes a significant difference.

Svantaggi

Some days can feel rushed if there is severe traffic, and the navigation software could use a few more tech updates.

4,0
22 ago 2025
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

Vantaggi

Forge Logistics values employee contributions and fosters a congenial environment. The supplied Ford Transit vans are comfortable and contemporary, making deliveries more efficient.

Svantaggi

The job occasionally requires long hours and is physically demanding. Although the organization offers compensation increases during key seasons, year-round incentives that are more consistent would be beneficial.

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