A 22-year-old woman in Spain has lost her job after repeatedly arriving at work far earlier than her scheduled shift, despite multiple warnings from her employer to stop.

She worked at a parcel delivery center in Alicante, where her shift was supposed to begin at 7:30 AM.

However, she frequently showed up between 6:45 and 7:00 AM, even though the facility was not yet operational and no work could be assigned during that time.

The company explained that her early arrivals disrupted workplace organization and went against established procedures.

Even after receiving clear instructions, she continued the behavior on at least 19 occasions over two years.

Matters worsened when the company discovered she had attempted to clock in through the company app before physically arriving and was also accused of selling a used company car battery without authorization.

She appealed her dismissal, arguing it was unfair, but the Social Court of Alicante ruled in favor of the employer, stating that the termination was legally justified. She may still pursue an appeal in a higher court.

The case has sparked debate online, with many expressing surprise that being “too early” could lead to job loss raising questions about workplace boundaries, communication, and employee well-being.