ASSISTANT WAREHOUSE MANAGER

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Fresh Food Employee Discounts

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC seeks a hands-on Assistant Warehouse Manager in Faribault, MN. This permanent, direct-hire role offers a stable payroll from day one and a schedule that features Sundays through Thursdays with Fridays and Saturdays off.

Competitive hourly compensation from $28.00 to $33.50, full benefits including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) match. Leadership duties include directing staff and managing daily warehouse workflows.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of warehouse leadership or supervisory experience in logistics, distribution, or vending/route-based inventory.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and experience with digital WMS.
• Valid driver’s license; forklift certification or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily direction, coaching, and support to warehouse associates and order selectors; communicate performance standards and cross-train staff.
• Monitor picking lines, staging, and loading operations to ensure accurate and efficient loading of route trucks.
• Track, receive, and store perishable and dry goods; process inventory movements using WMS.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

English communication

Education

No degree required

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Excel

Job description

Assistant Warehouse Manager (Direct Hire)
Location: Faribault, MN
Job Type: Full-time, Direct Hire (Permanent from Day 1)
Compensation: $28.00 - $33.50/hour (Depending on experience)
Work Schedule:
Sunday: 8:00 AM - Finish
Monday - Thursday: 12:30 PM - Finish
(Averages 40-45 hours per week-Enjoy your Fridays and Saturdays completely off!)
Why You'll Love This Leadership Career:
Are you an experienced logistics professional who loves to lead by example, work side-by-side with your team, and drive operational excellence?
We are partnering with a company in Faribault, MN to find a hands-on Warehouse Assistant Manager to join their leadership team. This is a permanent, direct-hire role offering exceptional stability, premium starting pay, and a highly desirable schedule that gives you your Fridays and Saturdays back. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be a trusted resource for a great team, we want to talk to you!

• Direct Hire: Permanent employment on the company payroll starting day one.
• Unbeatable Schedule: Work Sunday through Thursday-enjoy a true weekend every week.
• Premium Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus company-paid Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO package (vacation, personal, and sick days) plus Paid Holidays.
• Financial Future: 401(k) retirement plan with an active company match.
• Extra Reward: Exclusive Fresh Food Employee Discounts!

Responsibilities:
As a hands-on leader, you will support the Logistics Supervisor by coordinating daily workflows, managing inventory, and keeping the team motivated and safe.

• Provide daily direction, coaching, and support to warehouse associates and order selectors; communicate performance standards and cross-train staff.
• Monitor picking lines, staging, and loading operations to ensure all route trucks are loaded accurately and efficiently.
• Track, receive, and store perishable and dry goods. Process inventory movements using advanced Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Actively move throughout the facility to jump in where needed, solve workflow bottlenecks, and ensure food safety compliance.
• Manage end-of-day closing procedures to ensure the warehouse is accurate, clean, organized, and secure.

Working hours: 12:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Skills:
Warehouse leadership experience
Education:
No Degree Required
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of warehouse leadership or supervisory experience (experience in warehouse logistics, distribution, or vending/route-based inventory is highly preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and experience utilizing digital Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• A valid driver's license is required; must have a forklift certification or the ability to obtain one.
• A solutions-oriented leader who takes initiative, communicates clearly in English, and maintains a high level of accuracy in a fast-moving environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Comfortable walking, standing, bending, and reaching throughout the shift in a dynamic warehouse environment with varying temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to 54 lbs. and push/pull up to 95 lbs. using proper warehouse equipment.

Ready to Lead a Winning Team?
Take the next major step in your management career with a stable, local industry leader. Apply today for immediate consideration!
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

As a hands-on leader, you will support the Logistics Supervisor by coordinating daily workflows, managing inventory, and keeping the team motivated and safe.Provide daily direction, coaching, and support to warehouse associates and order selectors; communicate performance standards and cross-train staff.Monitor picking lines, staging, and loading operations to ensure all route trucks are loaded accurately and efficiently.Track, receive, and store perishable and dry goods. Process inventory movements using advanced Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).Actively move throughout the facility to jump in where needed, solve workflow bottlenecks, and ensure food safety compliance.Manage end-of-day closing procedures to ensure the warehouse is accurate, clean, organized, and secure.

experience

1-4 years

skills

Warehouse leadership experience

education

No Degree Required