Warehouse Assistant Manager CDL (Hourly) - Sioux Falls, SD
About The Position
The Warehouse Assistant Manager supports salaried managers with daily warehouse operations and staff activities to ensure timely, safe, and efficient operations. The role involves hands-on warehouse and operational work during peak periods, providing route coverage as needed, supporting reporting and compliance, and helping monitor warehouse activity, attendance, and productivity. The position may act as a lead or employee point of contact during assigned shifts when management is unavailable. Travel may be required. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a 5:00 PM start. The employee may need to cover variable shifts based on business needs. Weekend overtime is voluntary as needed, and overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $29.00–$37.25 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity. This is a full-time, nonexempt position.
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must hold a valid CDL Class A license or successfully complete a company-paid CDL training program within 90 days of employment.
- Ability to pass a DOT physical exam.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to work with all types of freight, including hazardous materials, perishable foods and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
- Ability to work collaboratively with warehouse staff, drivers, and operations leadership.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Working knowledge of transportation, warehouse, and DOT regulations.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Dependable, safety-focused, and professional work ethic.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
- Prior experience in transportation, warehouse, or logistics operations.
- At least 1 year of leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Support salaried managers with day-to-day warehouse and operations.
- Perform hands-on warehouse and operational tasks during peak periods and provide route coverage as needed.
- Support the tracking, preparation, and maintenance of department reports.
- Help promote and support compliance with safety, DOT, and company policies.
- Monitor warehouse activity, attendance, and productivity, and report concerns or trends to management.
- Support trailer cuts and freight flow to ensure timely branch deliveries.
- Work alongside warehouse leadership to help resolve employee issues and escalate concerns as appropriate.
- Participate in weekly meetings.
- Support training activities, onboarding, and job shadowing as directed.
- Assist in parking and fueling vehicles.
- Serve as a lead or point of contact for employees during assigned shifts when management is unavailable, as needed.
- Travel as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) plan
- Quarterly bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
