Full-Time Store Associate

ALDI USA; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Discount Program

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

ALDI USA in Vernon, CT is hiring a Store Associate to merchandise, stock, cashier, and keep the store clean while delivering outstanding customer service. The role is full-time, averaging 30+ hours per week, with a starting wage of $20.00 per hour and yearly increases. You will work with the ALDI team to create a welcoming shopping experience for customers.

Benefits include competitive wages and a comprehensive package, with 401(k), health benefits, paid holidays, and more for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Prompt and courteous customer service required.
• Ability to operate store equipment including POS and cash registers.
• Ability to follow ALDI policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and math basics.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and resolve issues with store management as needed.
• Inform management of loss due to damaged or outdated products.
• Use POS to scan purchases accurately and report scanning issues.
• Adhere to cash policies and open additional lanes when needed.
• Stock shelves per merchandising plan to maximize sales.
• Complete curbside pickup orders accurately and timely.
• Maintain zone and merchandising standards at all times.
• Support management in achieving efficiency and loss targets.
• Maintain safe working environment and equipment.
• Follow inventory procedures and product handling guidelines.
• Perform general cleaning to company standards.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Age 18+

Tools

POS system

Cash registers

Pallet jacks

Floor scrubber

Cardboard baler

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

$20.00 per hour

Wage Increases

Year 2 - $20.50 | Year 3 - $21.00 | Year 4 - $21.00 | Year 5 - $22.00

Duties And Responsibilities

• 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 Click here to learn more about the benefits ALDI has to offer

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.