1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

Dev; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,751; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is seeking a full-time warehouse associate in Elgin, Illinois. The role includes selecting stock efficiently, relocating merchandise, and maintaining inventory standards. Applicants should be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to work in a team-oriented environment. Competitive wages and benefits such as medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and generous vacation time are included.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older to be employed for this role at ALDI.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Selects and receives incoming stock efficiently.
• Relocates merchandise throughout the warehouse.
• Sorts, organizes and loads merchandise strategically.
• Performs general cleaning duties to achieve standards.
• Participates in warehouse inventory counts.

Skills

Acts Conscientiously

Collaborates and Cooperates with Team

Demonstrates a Positive Attitude and Resilience

Drives for Success

Organizes and Executes with Efficiency

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with Aldi to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located. Company Name: Aldi

Job Description

Position Type: Full-Time

Average Hours: 30-35 hours per week

Starting Wage: Up to $24.50 per hour (based on shift and schedule differential pay)

Shift: 1st Shift - 7:15 AM start time

Schedules:

• Schedule A1: Requires working Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday with Monday and Tuesday off each week.
• Schedule A2: Requires working Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday with Wednesday and Thursday off each week.
• Schedule B: Requires working both Saturday and Sunday 2 out of every 3 weeks. When scheduled to work on Saturday and Sunday, 2 consecutive weekdays will be scheduled off. Schedule B is a three week rotating schedule.
• Schedule C: Requires working both Saturday and Sunday every other weekend. When scheduled to work on Saturday and Sunday, 2 weekdays will be scheduled off. Schedule C is a four week rotating schedule.
• Schedule D: Requires working Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday with Saturday and Sunday off each week.

Duties and Responsibilities

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Selects and receives incoming stock efficiently to effectively fulfill orders received from stores.
• Relocates merchandise throughout the warehouse according to product handling guidelines.
• Sorts, organizes and loads merchandise strategically in preparation for shipment and unloads incoming shipment from trucks/ back-hauls.
• Performs general cleaning duties to achieve warehouse appearance standards and safety requirements.
• Participates in warehouse inventory counts according to guidelines.
• Cooperates and interacts effectively with peers, suppliers and warehouse leadership through ongoing communication and exchange of information.
• Provides input to the warehouse management regarding changes to improve processes.
• Inspects product, consults with the warehouse management regarding product quality, safety concerns and sanitation issues.
• Acts and decides independently within the delegated area of responsibility.
• Assists warehouse management in achieving budgeted goals.
• Performs all assigned tasks, accurately, efficiently, and within company policy and procedures.
• Follows the ergonomic program according to established procedures.
• Operates equipment according to safety guidelines in performance of essential job functions.
• Notifies management regarding product quality, safety concerns, and sanitation issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• You must be 18 years of age or older to be employed for this role at ALDI.
• Acts Conscientiously: Demonstrates concern for quality, product integrity, and safety of one’s own and others’ work and impact to the stores.
• Collaborates and Cooperates with Team: Commits to and supports a collaborative working environment with peers and supervisors.
• Demonstrates a Positive Attitude and Resilience: Adapts positively to pressure, setbacks, challenges and change in order to achieve and sustain peak effectiveness.
• Drives for Success: Delivers excellent performance by seizing opportunities and proactively taking concrete actions that adhere to ALDI policies and procedures. Goes the extra mile and persistently overcomes obstacles to improve results.
• Organizes and Executes with Efficiency: Makes decisions, stays organized and maintains compliance with ALDI standards to support overall productivity and speed in the warehouse both for him/herself as well as the broader team.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill of performing basic arithmetic equations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Gives attention to detail and follows instructions.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to lift and place product weighing up to 45 pounds on pallets at various heights.
• Frequently move merchandise from warehouse stock and prepare product for store deliveries.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, bend, reach, grip, push, pull, lift, carry and walk throughout the warehouse.
• Continuously work in varying temperatures, hot and cold (including outdoor temperatures and refrigerator/freezer environments).
• Ability to safely and properly operate powered industrial equipment.

Benefits

Competitive wages and benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PerkSpot National Discount Program

Eligible employees are offered:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays
• Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay
• Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance

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ALDI is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon ALDI's receipt of an acceptable and job-related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.