Full-Time Store Associate (New Store)

About the role

As a store associate, you’ll be responsible for merchandising and stocking product, cashiering, and cleaning to keep the store looking its best. You’ll enhance the customer shopping experience by working collaboratively with the ALDI team and providing exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Model and fulfill all customer service principles, escalating concerns to store management as necessary.
• Inform store management of loss due to outdated or damaged products.
• Utilize the point‑of‑sale (POS) system to accurately scan and process customer purchases, and report scanning concerns or errors.
• Adhere to cash policies and procedures.
• Follow the line policy and open additional check lanes as required to ensure an efficient checkout.
• Stock shelves and displays neatly while following merchandising planograms to maximize sales.
• Complete curbside pickup orders by accurately retrieving items, verifying order contents, and ensuring timely delivery to customers’ vehicles.
• Maintain zone and merchandising standards at all times.
• Assist store management in achieving operational efficiency goals.
• Assist store management in achieving total loss goals.
• Comply with all established company policies and processes.
• Support a safe working environment by identifying and rectifying hazards, ensuring proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment in proper working order.
• Adhere to inventory procedures and product‑handling guidelines.
• Perform general cleaning tasks to company standards.

Physical Demands

• Push, pull, sit, stand, reach, grasp, twist, bend, and move from one area to another.
• Lift, carry, and place product weighing up to 45 lb on shelves at various heights, including overhead.
• Operate equipment such as cash registers, electric and manual hand jacks, floor scrubbers, and cardboard balers.
• Stock product in varying temperatures, including freezer and cooler environments.
• Use glass and multipurpose cleaning products.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service.
• Ability to operate all store equipment (cash registers, floor scrubber, cardboard baler, pallet jacks, handheld devices, computers, etc.).
• Ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic arithmetic proficiency (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to maximize productivity within established timeframes.
• Reliable and prompt attendance.
• Ability to meet availability requirements.

Education and Experience

At least 18 years old required. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Prior work experience in a retail environment preferred.

Pay

Starting wage: $19.50 per hour.
Wage increases: Year 2 – $20.00; Year 3 – $20.50; Year 4 – $20.50; Year 5 – $21.50.

Schedule

Full‑time position; average 30+ hours per week.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PerkSpot National Discount Program
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance for full‑time employees
• Generous vacation time and 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