Full-Time Store Associate

ALDI USA; Lindenhurst (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PerkSpot National Discount Program

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Generous Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

ALDI USA is hiring a store associate in Lindenhurst, IL to merchandise, stock, cashier, and maintain store cleanliness for an exceptional customer experience. You will work closely with the ALDI team to deliver friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced environment.

Starting wage is $21.00 per hour with scheduled increases to $21.50, $22.00, and $23.00 by Year 5. This full-time role averages 30+ hours per week and offers benefits including 401(k) and paid time off; HS diploma preferred and

Qualifications

• Able to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
• Able to operate store equipment and POS system.
• Able to follow ALDI policies and procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Perform basic arithmetic accurately and quickly.

Responsibilities

• Model and uphold customer service principles and escalate issues as needed.
• Inform management of loss due to damaged or outdated products.
• Accurately scan and process purchases on the POS system.
• Adhere to cash policies and procedures.
• Ensure efficient checkout by opening additional lanes when required.
• Stock shelves neatly following planograms to maximize sales.
• Complete curbside pickup orders accurately and timely.
• Maintain merchandising and zone standards at all times.
• Support management in achieving efficiency and loss-reduction goals.
• Follow safety and ergonomic guidelines and maintain equipment.
• Adhere to inventory procedures and product handling policies.
• Perform general cleaning tasks per company standards.

Skills

Customer service

POS operation

Policy interpretation

Verbal & written communication

Basic math

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Attendance reliability

Availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

As a store associate, you’ll be responsible for merchandising and stocking product, cashiering, and cleaning to keep the store looking its best. You’ll enhance the customer shopping experience by working collaboratively with the ALDI team and providing exceptional customer service.

Position Type: Full-Time
Average Hours: 30+ hours per week
Starting Wage: $21.00 per hour
Wage Increases: Year 2 - $21.50 | Year 3 - $22.00 | Year 4 - $22.00 | Year 5 - $23.00

Duties and Responsibilities:
Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Models and fulfills all customer service principles and escalates concerns to store management as necessary.
• Informs store management of loss due to outdated or damaged products.
• Properly utilizes the point-of-sale (POS) system to accurately scan and process customer purchases and informs store management of scanning concerns or errors.
• Adheres to cash policies and procedures.
• Follows the line policy and opens additional check lanes as required to ensure an efficient checkout.
• Stocks shelves and displays neatly while following merchandising planograms to maximize sales.
• Complete curbside pickup orders by accurately retrieving items from the store, verifying order contents, and ensuring timely delivery to customers’ vehicles from the staging area.
• Maintains zone standards and merchandising standards at all times.
• Assists store management in achieving operational efficiency goals.
• Assists store management in achieving total loss goals.
• Complies with all established company policies and processes.
• Supports store management in providing a safe working environment by identifying and rectifying hazards, ensuring proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment in proper working order.
• Adheres to inventory procedures and product handling guidelines.
• Performs general cleaning tasks to company standards.

Physical Demands:

• Required to push, pull, sit, stand, reach, grasp, twist, bend, and move from one area to another.
• Required to lift, carry, and place product weighing up to 45 pounds on shelves at various heights, including overhead.
• Required to operate equipment such as a cash register, electric and manual hand jacks, floor scrubber and cardboard baler.
• Required to stock product in varying temperatures, including freezer and cooler environments.
• Required to use glass and multipurpose cleaning products.

Qualifications:

• Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
• Ability to operate all store equipment such as cash registers, floor scrubber, cardboard baler, pallet jacks, handheld devices, computers, etc.
• Ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and with others.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and complete assigned tasks to maximize productivity within established timeframes.
• Ability to maintain reliable and prompt attendance.
• Ability to meet availability requirements.

Education and Experience:

• At least 18 years old required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior work experience in a retail environment preferred.

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, to all employees including:

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

In addition, full-time 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

*Full-time employees average 30 or more hours per week within an annual lookback period

Benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees may vary by state

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.