WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT MANAGER

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC in Faribault, MN is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Assistant Manager for a permanent, direct-hire role. Lead a team, coordinate daily workflows, and ensure safe, efficient operations with strong inventory accuracy.

The position features a 40–45 hour week with Sundays through Thursdays; Fridays and Saturdays off, and a pay range of $28.00–$33.50 per hour plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or supervising warehouse operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and WMS usage.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain one.
• Clear English communication and accuracy in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily direction, coaching, and support to warehouse staff.
• Monitor picking, staging, and loading to ensure accurate and efficient operations.
• Track, receive, and store perishable and dry goods using WMS.
• Move throughout the facility to resolve bottlenecks and ensure safety compliance.
• Manage end-of-day closing procedures to keep the warehouse organized and secure.

Skills

Warehouse leadership experience

Team leadership

Excel (MS Office)

Education

High School

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Forklift certification

Job description

Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

Warehouse Assistant 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:

Monday - Thursday: 12:30 PM - Finish

Sunday: 8:00 AM - Finish

(Averages 40-45 hours per week, enjoy your Fridays and Saturdays completely off!)

Why You'll Love This Opportunity:

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!

The Perks:

• 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.

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

Working hours: 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Skills:

• Warehouse order selecting leadership experience

Education:

High School

Experience:

1-4 years

Qualifications:

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

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. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

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).