Aldi hiring over 13K workers nationwide, raising pay

Published On Sep 13, 2024, 7:32 AM

Aldi is planning to hire over 13,000 workers nationally in preparation for the upcoming holiday season. To attract applicants, Aldi is also increasing its average hourly wage, with starting pay rising to $18/hour for store positions and $23/hour for warehouse roles. Aldi emphasizes that many of its management positions are filled by employees who began as store associates, highlighting opportunities for advancement. The hiring initiative coincides with a broader trend among retailers ramping up staffing for the holiday shopping period, suggesting confidence in continued consumer spending despite a slowing labor market.