1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse AssociateOur warehouse operations make sure that products are properly received, selected and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. While not guaranteed, on average our warehouse employees work 32 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. Position Type: Full-Time Average Hours: 30-35 hours per week Starting Wage: $22.25 per hour Wage Increases: Year 2 - $23.00 | Year 3 - $23.75 | Year 4 - $23.75 | Year 5 - $24.75Duties 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-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.Job-specific Competencies: Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesConsistently 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.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.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.