LANSING, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – Grocery retailer Aldi is raising its starting pay for employees amid a hiring blitz as the company continues to grow.

Aldi announced the new starting wage for store employees will be $18 an hour, while the new starting wage for warehouse workers will be $23 an hour. Aldi employees who work at least 30 hours a week will also have access to benefits like health insurance and paid time off.

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The company will focus on filling 13,000 positions as it prepares for the upcoming holiday season and the addition of new stores.

“Whether it’s our in-store team filling shelves with fresh produce, warehouse staff managing logistics, or drivers delivering our trending ALDI Finds, our employees fuel the quicker, easier and more affordable shopping experience our shoppers know and love,” said Aldi president Atty McGrath. “Our ability to attract and retain talent has always been key to our success, and we look forward to helping our new team members grow in their careers.”

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