It's tough out there. There aren't many jobs out there for that skill level that pay as much as shuffling boxes in warehouses. There isn't much opportunity for

It's tough out there. There aren't many jobs out there for that skill level that pay as much as shuffling boxes in warehouses. There isn't much opportunity for advancement no matter how hard you work. It may seem a little immoral, but I couldn't fault people too much for trying to better provide for their family using whatever means are necessary. The incentives for each layer are geared towards maximizing shareholder value. First layer managers aren't trying to soley optimize box throughput, else they could give raises to incentivize employees better. They are trying to get as many boxes through as possible while keeping costs low. They cut hours to avoid paying OT and sometimes Healthcare. They rule with fear. This forces employees to fight for scraps and do other things they normally wouldn't do like become an ambassador to try to better provide for their families. The moral managers don't advance their careers while the ones good at exploitation do and are promoted. It's a darwinian survival of the most vicious and cunning.