ALDI Faribault Division
4201 Bagley Ave, Faribault, MN 55021
Operator: Aldi
Facility info
OPERATIONS Lumper facility — unload fees typically $50–$80, paid electronically via phone link Appointments required; can check in 1–1.5 hours early (some reviews mention 21:00 check-in for 23:00 appointments, newer staging lot allows 21:00 arrival) Single guard at check-in — expect lines during heavy traffic windows Receive fob at check-in to access warehouse; must return fob after unload Operating hours 23:00–05:00 typically reported Drop and hook (lumpers unload) Watch for restack/damage fees — drivers report $40 charges for shifted pallets; document freight condition beforehand High traffic volume — can cause late markings even if you arrive early and wait in line FACILITY EXPERIENCE No overnight parking on-site; no street parking New staging lot added (as of late 2024) — allows early arrival but not sleeping Bathroom availability not mentioned in reviews Guard shack staff rated friendly to rude — mixed reports, inconsistent experiences Paperwork/dock staff at some doors reported as having poor attitudes, especially during early morning hours Yard conditions reported as dirty by some; generally busy and congested Unloading speed: typically fast (15 minutes to 2 hours depending on load type and lumper availability) Lumper fees generally considered reasonable compared to other facilities, though some drivers report aggressive upsell on damage/restack charges
Driver reviews
There is really no order here. 4 Lanes to check in, but they only check in one driver at a time. No overnight or even staging parking. It seems like they over book incoming loads and double up docks. Honestly I’ve delivered here 3 times now. And the only good thing I can say is they do get you unloaded in less than 3 hours, but you have to get on a dock door for that and they don’t respect appointment times. So good luck.
There is really no order here. 4 Lanes to check in, but they only check in one driver at a time. No overnight or even staging parking. It seems like they over book incoming loads and double up docks. Honestly I’ve delivered here 3 times now. And the only good thing I can say is they do get you unloaded in less than 3 hours, but you have to get on a dock door for that and they don’t respect appointment times. So good luck.
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