Warehouse Associate(Contract)-West Des Moines,IA
Local Job Overview: West Des Moines
Primary Details
- Location: West Des Moines, IA
- Flexible Role in West Des Moines: Warehouse Associate
- Company: ALDI
- This West Des Moines-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our ALDI team in West Des Moines, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in West Des Moines, a key hub for the Warehouse And Distribution industry.
Rewards
- Compensation: $23-$28/Hour (approx. $54.4k/Year)
- Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
- Set your own schedule.
Core Focus
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Warehouse And Distribution space in West Des Moines.
About ALDI & Our Culture
ALDI is one of the fastest-growing grocery retailers in the United States, operating a streamlined, high-efficiency supply chain that feeds thousands of local retail stores every single day. At the center of our regional distribution operations are our Warehouse Associates — the frontline operational professionals responsible for executing inbound product receiving, staging inventory, maintaining dock discipline, and prepping outbound shipments. ALDI offers industry-leading starting wages, guaranteed weekly scheduling, comprehensive medical/dental benefits, and a structured promotion pathway into specialized warehouse and supervisory positions. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site attendance at our regional distribution facility during all active shift hours (no remote, hybrid, or work-from-home options).
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"Working as a Warehouse Associate at ALDI is fast-paced, highly structured, and physically active. You receive continuous safety training, modern material handling equipment, and direct support from shift leads. The pay is significantly higher than other logistics hubs in the area, and management promotes almost exclusively from within." - Current Warehouse Associate, Batavia, IL.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As an ALDI Warehouse Associate, you perform critical inbound and outbound warehouse execution tasks inside our regional distribution center — managing freight unloading, case sorting, inventory put-away, and pallet staging to maintain continuous inventory flow.
- Inbound Receiving & Unloading: Safely unload supplier delivery trailers using electric pallet jacks, verifying shipment piece counts against manifest documentation, inspecting incoming cases for damage, and staging pallets in designated receiving bays.
- Inventory Staging & Put-Away: Transport verified merchandise from receiving lanes into assigned warehouse storage slots across dry, produce, cooler, and freezer temperature zones, maintaining precise inventory slot placement.
- Dock Sanitation & Facility Safety: Maintain clean and hazard-free warehouse aisles, managing cardboard recycling compactors, clearing empty wooden pallets, resolving aisle spills immediately, and strictly following ALDI safety protocols.
Benefits & Perks
ALDI Warehouse Associates receive top-market hourly base pay, annual performance wage increases, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees, 401(k) retirement plans with company match, paid time off, and access to internal leadership development programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Warehouse Associate position pay at ALDI?
Salary details for this Warehouse Associate position vary aldid on experience, shift, and location. Check the application page for the most current pay information for the West Des Moines area.
Where is this Warehouse Associate job located?
This position is aldid in West Des Moines, IA. ALDI has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in West Des Moines.
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 Warehouse Associate?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in ALDI's West Des Moines facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
What qualifications do I need for this Warehouse Associate role?
Most Warehouse Associate positions at ALDI require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
