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Working in Quality Control

We’re all about quality at Aldi. So before anything goes out to our stores, we perform lots of ‘spot checks’ on short-life products. We inspect everything from cut flowers to cauliflowers, making sure that it meets both legal standards, and our very high expectations.

And we do it all with the help of technology. Using a tablet system, we can access, update and share information in real time. It’s what our customers deserve, and why they keep coming back for more.

Browse our Quality Control roles

There are a few different roles you take on. You just need to be a real stickler for quality. It’s your eagle eyes we’re after. And with a bit of determination and our support, you could progress from a Quality Control Assistant to a Quality Control Deputy. Night shift premium applies for any hours worked between 10pm-4am.

Quality Control Leader

Quality Control Leader

Reporting to the Director, you’ll be out in the warehouse guiding and supporting your team of Quality Control Assistants. Under your watchful eye, your Assistants will carefully check the pallets, ensuring that our short-life products are perfect when they leave our warehouses. If anything is below standard, you’ll authorise the Assistant’s decision to reject it.  

As well as supporting the Assistants in their checks, you’ll have a number of personnel duties, such as co-ordinating rotas and organising training. Your days will be very busy visiting suppliers, summarising results from quality checks and providing meaningful feedback to the Director. You’ll also place orders with suppliers, depending on the results gathered from stores across the region.

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Salary

£55,250 rising in increments to £60,000 in year 3.

Holiday allowance

5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

Hours and Benefits

You’ll work a 5-day, 48-hour week (including weekends). 

You’ll also get a fantastic benefits package that covers all aspects of your lifestyle, health and wellbeing. From an excellent remuneration package to a wide range of exciting discounts, we’ve got you covered. Scroll down to learn more!

Quality Control Deputy

Quality Control Deputy

Out in the warehouse, we have a busy team of Quality Control Assistants checking our short-life products before they leave for our stores. Whenever the QC Leader is called out, for example to a supplier or to a meeting with the Trading Director, you’ll step in to take the reins.

An energetic leader, you’ll offer your expertise to keep things moving smoothly. A real people person, you’ll keep the team happy and motivated, ensuring that our products comply with our standards. Attention to detail is a must – after all, you’re passionate about our produce and what we’re trying to achieve for our customers. You’ll also have the flexibility to work shifts which could include nights.  

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Salary

£15.45 - £15.88 p/h (Days) (Night rate £19.31 - £19.85 p/h between 10pm and 4am)(regional differences apply). £4.00 premium paid for every stand-in hour.

Holiday allowance

4 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

Hours and Benefits

You’ll work a 5-day week, usually starting from 20 hours per week (including weekends). 

You’ll also get a fantastic benefits package that covers all aspects of your lifestyle, health and wellbeing. From an excellent remuneration package to a wide range of exciting discounts, we’ve got you covered. Scroll down to learn more!

Quality Control Assistant

Quality Control Assistant

Working in a fast-moving warehouse environment, you’ll provide a speedy and efficient Quality Control service. Full training will be provided but you’ll need to be energetic and proactive. Most importantly, you’ll have an eye for detail. Using our tablet system, you’ll ‘spot check’ pallets of short-life produce – checking the country of origin, dimensions and weight.

Essentially, this role is about checking that the products we receive match the specifications that we’re given. For example, does the cut of meat weigh the amount that it says it does? All in all, this is a busy and challenging role that’s crucial in helping to keep our customers happy.

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Salary

£14.45 - £14.88 p/h (Days) (Night rate £18.06 - £18.60 p/h between 10pm and 4am)(regional differences apply).

Holiday allowance

4 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

Hours and Benefits

You’ll work a 5-day week, usually starting from 20 hours per week (including weekends). 

You’ll also get a fantastic benefits package that covers all aspects of your lifestyle, health and wellbeing. From an excellent remuneration package to a wide range of exciting discounts, we’ve got you covered. Scroll down to learn more!

Some of what we'll offer you

  • Great holiday allowance
    Great holiday allowance

    We want you to have time to unwind, which is why we offer a competitive holiday allowance and the opportunity for a sabbatical after five years’ service. Where to next?

     

     

  • Market-leading package
    Market-leading package

    You’ll receive a competitive benefits package including workplace pension contributions, paid breaks, a night premium rate, time and a half for any hours worked on Bank Holidays, paid parental leave and a company sick pay scheme.

  • Wellbeing
    Wellbeing

    At Aldi, we’re committed to supporting the wellbeing of our colleagues. Aldi Wellness supports your physical, mental, nutritional, financial and social wellbeing. Colleagues have access to a wellbeing portal, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, a digital GP app, financial wellbeing support and wellbeing related benefits.

  • Health & lifestyle
    Health & lifestyle

    You can join our discounted Health Cash Plan, take advantage of gym discounts, our Bike to Work scheme, discounted private medical insurance and health assessments.

  • Discounts and savings
    Discounts and savings

    On MyBenefits we offer our colleagues a wide range of discounts that will help them save money across hundreds of well-known high street and online brands. You can even access a free simple will! On MyBenefits, colleagues can see a summary of all of their benefits in their personal Total Reward Statement.

  • Learning from the best
    Learning from the best

    On top of the full training when you first join, you’ll get access to some of the best training and development in the retail world throughout your Aldi career.

  • Future opportunities
    Future opportunities

    We value you for what you can do, rather than where you’ve come from. So we’ll recognise your contributions and often implement your ideas. And if you really excel, there is the opportunity to progress within Aldi.

  • Long service
    Long service

    Loyalty and commitment deserves recognition and celebration! We award our colleagues at key milestones to show our appreciation.

Meet one of our Quality Control colleagues

So who are these meticulous perfectionists who ensure Aldi products are good enough for our lovely customers? Let's meet one of them and find out why they love their job so much.

Our non-management application process

  • 1
    Online application/CV upload
    Online application/CV upload

    We like to keep things nice and straightforward. So there’s a CV upload or an online application form to highlight your key skills and experience.

  • 2
    Interview or assessment
    Interview or assessment

    This might involve a short video interview followed by a group or individual interview with a Logistics Manager. There are a few specific skills you’ll need, so we’ll just check your numerical ability and attention to detail.

  • 3
    Logistics experience
    Logistics experience

    Following a successful interview you will be invited to take part in the 'Aldi Logistics Experience' where you'll get the chance to see how it all works and determine whether you’re the right fit for Aldi.

Our management application process

  • 1
    Online application/CV upload
    Online application/CV upload

    We like to keep things nice and straightforward. So there’s a CV upload or an online application form to highlight your key skills and experience.

  • 2
    Video interview
    Video interview

    Lights, camera, action. This is your golden opportunity to showcase your knowledge of Aldi and brilliant leadership skills.

  • 3
    Assessment centre
    Assessment centre

    Once you’ve impressed us through your video interview, you’ll be invited to an assessment centre. We’re keen to see your skills in action.

  • 5
    Final interview
    Final interview

    And then you’ll attend your final competency-based interview. It’s a great chance to ask any questions and for us to really get to know you.

Start your Aldi Quality Control career today

If you want to work in Quality Control, you’ll need to pay close attention to detail. So just make sure you’ve really done your homework before you apply. 

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