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Amazon opens same-day delivery facility in Daytona Beach
Amazon has opened a new same-day delivery facility in Daytona Beach, expanding its delivery operations in Volusia County ahead of the holiday shopping season.
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Amazon has officially opened a new Same-Day Delivery facility in Daytona Beach just ahead of the holiday rush.
New Amazon facility opens in Daytona Beach
What we know:
Unlike massive regional distribution centers, this smaller site handles fulfillment, sorting, and delivery under a single roof to cut shipping times down to mere hours.
Eligible orders can now arrive in roughly five hours, while Prime members can pay an extra fee to receive items within a one-to three-hour window.
The launch also brings more than 100 full-time roles to the area, with starting pay at $20 per hour plus benefits.
The new Daytona Beach location is Amazon’s sixth facility in Volusia County, reflecting the company's ongoing expansion in the region.
What they're saying:
"We're thrilled with the commitment the company has with our county, and very, very pleased at the employment opportunities that are offered," said Keith Norden, with Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation.
What we don't know:
Amazon hasn't released details about the size of the Daytona Beach facility.
It's also unclear how much in extra fees is required for Prime members to access the one- to three-hour delivery windows.
Amazon hiring 2,000+ workers in Central Florida
The opening of the new Daytona Beach facility coincides with Amazon's broader seasonal hiring push across Central Florida.
The company is looking to hire more than 2,000 workers to handle holiday order volume.
"People need jobs," said Michelle Magwood, a local shopper. "They need to work and that's a good opportunity. I have a son that works for Amazon and he loves it."
To view open positions and apply, visit amazon.com/localjobs.
The Source: This story was reported by FOX 35 News correspondent Amanda McKenzie on location in Daytona Beach, following a studio anchor introduction. Information regarding the facility's operations, delivery tiers, local job creation, and Central Florida seasonal hiring figures was sourced directly from Amazon's official launch announcement and company resources. To capture the local economic and community impact, McKenzie interviewed Keith Norden of the Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation, alongside local shoppers Armando Rodolpho and Michelle Magwood.