1st Shift Warehouse Package Handler

  • Aldi
  • Woodridge, IL
  • time-alarm-solid 2024-02-01T00:00:00Z

1st Shift Warehouse Package Handler

Location: Not specified

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Not specified

Job Description

As a 1st Shift Warehouse Package Handler at Aldi, you will play a critical role in efficiently fulfilling orders received from stores. This position involves selecting, receiving, relocating, sorting, and loading merchandise in preparation for shipment. Additionally, it includes participating in warehouse inventory counts, maintaining warehouse appearance standards, collaborating with peers and suppliers, and providing feedback to improve processes.

Responsibilities

  • Select and receive incoming stock efficiently.
  • Relocate merchandise throughout the warehouse according to product handling guidelines.
  • Sort, organize, and strategically load merchandise for shipment.
  • Participate in warehouse inventory counts.
  • Maintain warehouse appearance standards and safety requirements.
  • Cooperate and interact effectively with peers, suppliers, and warehouse leadership.
  • Provide input to improve processes.
  • Inspect product and consult with warehouse management regarding product quality, safety concerns, and sanitation issues.
  • 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

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Demonstrates concern for quality, product integrity, and safety of work and impact to the stores.
  • Commits to and supports a collaborative working environment with peers and supervisors.
  • Adapts positively to pressure, setbacks, challenges, and change to achieve and sustain peak effectiveness.
  • Delivers excellent performance by proactively taking concrete actions that adhere to ALDI policies and procedures.
  • Makes decisions, stays organized, and maintains compliance with ALDI standards to support overall productivity and speed in the warehouse.
  • Requires ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic equations.
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
  • 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

Aldi is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), it does not discriminate based on various protected characteristics.