1st shift Warehouse Operations Lead

Our warehouse operations make sure that products are properly received, selected and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. 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: $28.25 per hour
Wage Increases: Year 2 - $29.00 | Year 3 - $29.75 | Year 4 - $29.75 | Year 5 - $30.75

• Performs daily outbound processes to ensure shipping plans are executed as necessary to meet customer needs.
• Performs proper receipt of product and escalates any inbound discrepancies.
• Assists their direct leader in handling daily communications with 3rd party partners’ schedule changes and business needs.
• Assists their direct leader in supervising the proper staging, pallet construction and accuracy of product selection.
• Supports timely, accurate and efficient receipt, storage, and loading of product, supplies and equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and service to the stores.
• Executes shipping plans as established by transportation management and facilitates order changes as needed for requested product, equipment and supplies.
• Supports supervision and communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to ensure mutual understanding and desired results.
• Assists with developing and implementing action plans to improve operating results and personnel development. 
• Works cooperatively with colleagues, divisional and national departments and communicates relevant information in a timely and effective manner, al¬lowing them to fulfill their duties.
• Monitors all companies providing service within the warehouse to ensure acceptable performance and informs their direct leader accordingly.
• Communicates necessary issues to service providers and vendors’ management on an ongoing basis and reports concerns to their direct leader.
• Provides feedback and recommendations to their direct leader regarding changes to improve the operation and implements action plans as directed.
• Informs management of major team developments and concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Delivers information to resolve complaints and ensure equitable treatment of team members to direct leaders.
• Manages warehouse processes and workload distribution to achieve efficiency and inventory goals while monitoring other controllable expenses.
• Assists their direct leader with planning and facilitating of regularly scheduled team meetings.
• Executes inventory operational controls; uses designated processes and works with associates to conduct warehouse inventory counts.
• Performs general cleaning duties to maintain warehouse appearance standards and safety requirements.
• Leads inspections of inbound deliveries and fulfillment of all orders, verifying proper receipt of products ensuring compliance with company guidelines.
• Provides administrative support at the central desk as needed.
• Assists warehouse management in achieving budgeted goals.
• Aids in the selection and receipt of incoming stock efficiently to effectively fulfill orders received from stores.
• Operates equipment according to safety guidelines in performance of essential job functions.
• Notifies management regarding product quality, safety concerns, and sanitation issues.
• Ensures that personnel comply with the company’s guidelines, policies and procedures; demonstrates appropriate interactions with co-workers. 
• Assists in training, developing, and monitoring performance; provides coaching as appropriate. 
• Communicates and models the vision and values of the company to create a proper work environment and sense of teamwork among employees. 
• Ensures personnel adhere to inventory procedures and product handling guidelines.
• Ensures a safe environment by identifying and rectifying hazards, ensuring proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment in proper working order.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job-specific Competencies: 
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Consistently demonstrates the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role.
• Ability to select products efficiently and accurately. 
• Ability to safely and properly operate powered industrial equipment. 
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively within a group. 
• Ability to organize and conduct group meetings including the ability to facilitate group involvement. 
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties. 
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures. 
• Problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience. 
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a professional and efficient manner. 
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and related software for operational needs. 
• Gives attention to detail and follows instructions. 
• Establishes goals and works toward achievement. 

Education and Experience:

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

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.

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

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.