ETNA TOWNSHIP, OH (WCMH) – Amazon is now starting to accept applications for jobs at its new Licking County fulfillment center.

The company expects to employ around 1,500 people at the Etna Township warehouse, located along US 40 south of State Route 310.

As of 7:30am Monday, the company has posted openings for lead fulfillment associates at the Etna location.

Amazon began hiring for its new Obetz location at the end of May.

Employees at the fulfillment centers are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment.Tap here for information about applying.