Munster IN, many of us may have never heard of it, but Amazon.com sure has. Last year they opened a small distribution facility that employed 50 people and expected to grow that to 100. Not anymore, Amazon.com recently announced it would be closing the facility by May 25, not for the obvious economic reasons, but to increase efficiency among their distribution channels. With two other Indiana based locations and a third on the way, outside of Indianapolis opening 2011, Amazon.com most likely bit off more than it could financial chew.This is an interesting move considering Amazon.com's position within the Midwest has been traditionally very strong. An testament to their belief in their employees, all 50 have the option to relocate to another facility, will get 3 weeks severance pay after May 25, and receive aid and assistance in job searches. Beats the old adage of "Fire them on a Friday."
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