Warehouse Assistant Manager CDL (Hourly) 3rd Shift - St. Cloud, MN
About The Position
The Warehouse Assistant Manager supports daily warehouse operations and staff to help ensure timely, safe, and efficient operations. The role supports salaried managers with warehouse and operational activities, monitors warehouse activity and productivity, assists with staff training and employee issues, and may serve as a shift contact when management is unavailable. The position may also perform hands-on warehouse work and provide route coverage as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a 10:00 p.m. start. Variable-shift coverage may be needed based on business needs, and voluntary weekend overtime may be available as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $30.00–$38.25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Travel may be required. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and hold a valid CDL Class A license or successfully complete company-paid CDL training within 90 days of employment. Candidates must be able to pass a DOT physical, pre-employment drug screening, and criminal background check, and lift up to 75 pounds. The position involves working with freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable foods and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Requirements
- Must be 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 and attention to detail.
- Dependable, safety-focused, and professional work ethic.
- Proficiency 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 preferred.
- Prior experience in transportation, warehouse, or logistics operations preferred.
- One or more years of leadership experience preferred.
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 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 with 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 with parking and fueling vehicles.
- Serve as a lead or point of contact for employees during assigned shifts when management is unavailable.
- 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
- Paid overtime at time and a half after 40 hours per week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
