Full-Time Warehouse Associate (Outbound)

About the position

Our warehouses keep products moving - received, selected and delivered to our stores so our growing customer base gets what they need. While not guaranteed, on average our warehouse employees work 32 hours per week. Our teams are made up of hardworking, dedicated people who work in both ambient and temperature-controlled areas. We back them through training and a strong safety program that gives every associate the skills to succeed.

Responsibilities

  • Receives (Inbound) or selects (Outbound) 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-taking 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.

Requirements

  • Consistently demonstrates the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role.
  • 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.

Nice-to-haves

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
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