1st Shift Part Time Warehouse Associate

  • Aldi
  • Kankakee, IL
  • time-alarm-solid 02-12-2024

1st Shift Part Time Warehouse Associate

Company: Aldi

Location: Unspecified

Job Type: Part-Time

Salary: $23.00 per hour

Job Description

Our warehouse operations ensure that products are properly received, selected, and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. On average, our warehouse employees work fewer than 30 hours per week. Our teams are comprised of hardworking, dedicated individuals who work in both ambient and temperature-controlled areas. A thorough and comprehensive training and safety program provide the skills our associates need to be successful.

Responsibilities

  • Select and receive incoming stock efficiently to effectively fulfill orders received from stores.
  • Relocate merchandise throughout the warehouse according to product handling guidelines.
  • Sort, organize and load merchandise strategically in preparation for shipment and unload incoming shipment from trucks/ back-hauls.
  • Perform general cleaning duties to achieve warehouse appearance standards and safety requirements.
  • Participate in-taking warehouse inventory counts according to guidelines.
  • Cooperate and interact effectively with peers, suppliers and warehouse leadership through ongoing communication and exchange of information.
  • Provide input to the warehouse management regarding changes to improve processes.
  • Inspect product, consult with the warehouse management regarding product quality, safety concerns and sanitation issues.
  • Act and decide independently within the delegated area of responsibility.
  • Assist warehouse management in achieving budgeted goals.
  • Perform all assigned tasks, accurately, efficiently, and within company policy and procedures.
  • Follow the ergonomic program according to established procedures.
  • Operate equipment according to safety guidelines in performance of essential job functions.

Job Qualifications

ALDI Acts Competencies:

  • 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.

Job-specific Competencies:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • 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

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