Delivery Assistant

Talentify; Illinois; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation time

Job summary

McLane is hiring a Delivery Assistant to provide direct support to a Delivery Driver. This on-site role involves lifting, loading, and coordinating delivery items, while representing the company with customers.

The position emphasizes safety, reliability, and strong customer service. Benefits start after 60 days, with vacation, holidays, and additional programs offered, including tuition reimbursement and more.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, write and understand English sufficiently to perform tasks safely and effectively.
• Lifts and moves product and pallets up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Unload trailer using a hand truck or dolly.
• Place all delivery items in customer-designated food-safe storage areas.
• Assist the Driver to ensure on-time and accurate deliveries.
• Work safely to prevent injuries and product damage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-focused

Reliability

Job description

Open — McLane has a posting for this job. Posted 23 Aug 2026.

About this job

Take your career further with McLane!

The McLane team is the driving force behind our success. A diverse group of professionals, from Sales and IT to Dispatchers and Mechanics, work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. Their dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit are essential to achieving our goals and supporting other teams within the organization. As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to learn from industry leaders, develop your skills, and build lasting connections with colleagues nationwide.

The Delivery Assistant is a physical, fast-paced position providing direct support to a McLane Delivery Driver. As a Delivery Assistant, you will not be driving the delivery truck. You will be bending, lifting, and walking on a daily basis. Similar to our Delivery Drivers, you also represent the face of our company to our customers. Great customer service skills are a plus!

Benefits you can count on:

• Pay Rate: $19.30
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you’ll do as a Delivery Assistant:

• Unload trailer using a hand truck or 2-wheeled dolly.
• Place all delivery items in customer-designated food-safe storage areas.
• Assist the Driver's efforts to ensure accurate and on-time deliveries.
• Work safely to prevent injury to people and damage to products.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications you’ll bring as a Delivery Assistant Teammate:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Lift and move product and pallets which may weigh up to 75 pounds.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

Moving America forward — together.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit "https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/"