ALDI is hiring a Forklift Operator in Jacksonville | Apply Now
Role Based in Jacksonville
Primary Details
- Worksite: Jacksonville, FL
- Pay: $25-$31/Hour (approx. $58.6k/Year)
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in Warehouse And Logistics.
- Position: Forklift Operator (Based in Jacksonville)
- Employer: ALDI (Hiring in Jacksonville)
- Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
- This Jacksonville-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our ALDI team in Jacksonville, FL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Jacksonville, a key hub for the Warehouse And Logistics industry.
About ALDI & Our Culture
At ALDI, Forklift Operators manage bulk inventory movement, high-bay pallet replenishment, and trailer loading operations inside our high-density distribution centers. Operating stand-up reach trucks, high-lift order pickers, and sit-down counterbalanced forklifts, our certified operators keep order selectors supplied with inventory and ensure inbound loads are safely put away. ALDI invests heavily in equipment safety, modern operator cabs, and ongoing technical certification. This position is 100% physical and requires full on-site work inside the distribution center facility (zero remote options).
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"Operating a reach truck at ALDI requires precision and focus. You move high-value pallets in high-bay racking systems all shift. The equipment is late-model Crown and Raymond trucks, safety standards are strict, and the pay is fantastic for skilled operators." - Current Forklift Operator, Olathe, KS.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As an ALDI Forklift Operator, you perform high-level material handling, pallet replenishment, rack put-away, and outbound trailer loading using powered industrial trucks.
- High-Bay Replenishment & Put-Away: Retrieve reserve pallets from high-rack storage bays and lower them into active order selector pick slots to maintain continuous stock availability.
- Inbound & Outbound Loading: Safely drive forklifts into inbound shipping trailers to unload supplier pallets or load wrapped store-bound pallets onto outbound freight trailers.
- Equipment Inspection & Maintenance Logging: Perform mandatory daily pre-shift operator safety inspections on powered industrial equipment, logging battery levels and reporting mechanical issues immediately.
Benefits & Perks
ALDI Forklift Operators receive premium hourly base rates, certified operator pay differentials, full health/dental benefits, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and career growth into shift lead roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the ALDI is hiring a Forklift Operator in Jacksonville | Apply Now position pay at ALDI?
This role offers a pay range of $25 - $31. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Jacksonville.
Where is this ALDI is hiring a Forklift Operator in Jacksonville | Apply Now job located?
This position is based in Jacksonville, FL. ALDI has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Jacksonville.
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 ALDI is hiring a Forklift Operator in Jacksonville | Apply Now?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in ALDI's Jacksonville facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
