Industrial High-reach Equipment Operator|Santa Cruz,CA|ALDI | Hiring
Santa Cruz Role Highlights
Role Essentials
- Worksite: Santa Cruz, CA
- Position: Industrial High-reach Equipment Operator (Based in Santa Cruz)
- Company: ALDI
- This Santa Cruz-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our ALDI team in Santa Cruz, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Santa Cruz, a key hub for the Warehouse And Logistics industry.
Salary and Benefits
- Compensation: $22-$27/Hour (approx. $51k/Year)
- Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
Core Focus
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Santa Cruz location.
The ALDI Experience
ALDI distribution logistics rely on precision material handling and high-bay inventory management. We provide certified forklift operators with modern equipment, high safety standards, and top-tier hourly compensation in clean, organized distribution facilities.
Position Overview & Responsibilities
As an Industrial High-Reach Equipment Operator, you manage high-bay pallet replenishment and bulk inventory put-away operating stand-up reach trucks and sit-down counterbalanced forklifts. You lower reserve pallets into active order picker lanes to prevent stockouts, unload inbound supplier trailers, and load wrapped store pallets onto outbound transport trailers. Conducting daily equipment safety checks and logging battery maintenance are key daily tasks. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site work inside the distribution center (zero remote capability).
Qualifications & Benefits
Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED preferred. Requires prior experience operating powered industrial equipment (stand-up reach trucks or forklifts) and a strong commitment to warehouse safety protocols. Offers certified operator hourly pay premiums, complete health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and advancement options.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Industrial High-reach Equipment Operator|Santa Cruz,CA|ALDI | Hiring position pay at ALDI?
Salary details for this Industrial High-reach Equipment Operator|Santa Cruz,CA|ALDI | Hiring position vary aldid on experience, shift, and location. Check the application page for the most current pay information for the Santa Cruz area.
Where is this Industrial High-reach Equipment Operator|Santa Cruz,CA|ALDI | Hiring job located?
This position is aldid in Santa Cruz, CA. ALDI has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Santa Cruz.
Do I need a forklift certification for this role?
No prior forklift certification is required. ALDI provides free, paid on-site training and certification for all powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, and order pickers.
What benefits does ALDI offer for this position?
ALDI provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does ALDI provide training for new hires?
Yes, ALDI provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What does a typical day look like as a Industrial High-reach Equipment Operator|Santa Cruz,CA|ALDI | Hiring?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in ALDI's Santa Cruz facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
