Warehouse Assistant Manager CDL (Hourly)

Spee-Dee Delivery Service; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Plan

Quarterly Bonuses

Job summary

Spee Dee Delivery Service is seeking a Warehouse Assistant Manager in Normal, IL to support daily warehouse operations and staff, ensuring timely, safe, and efficient performance.

The role requires oversight of shift tasks, collaboration with drivers and leadership, and contribution to routine reporting. Willingness to travel and flexibility for overtime may be involved; starting wage ranges with experience are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in related field preferred for advancement.
• Must hold a valid CDL Class A or complete company-paid CDL training within 90 days of employment.
• Prior leadership experience in logistics, transportation, or warehouse operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support salaried managers with day-to-day warehouse operations.
• Perform hands-on tasks during peak periods and provide route coverage as needed.
• Track, prepare, and maintain department reports.
• Promote and ensure compliance with safety, DOT, and company policies.
• Monitor activity, attendance, and productivity; report concerns to management.
• Support trailer cuts and freight flow to ensure timely deliveries.
• Collaborate with leadership to resolve employee issues and escalate as needed.
• Participate in weekly meetings.
• Assist in training activities, onboarding, and job shadowing.
• Assist in parking and fueling vehicles.
• May serve as lead or point of contact during shifts when management is unavailable.
• Travel may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

DOT regulations

Leadership

Organization

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Business/Logistics/Operations or related

CDL Class A license or training within 90 days

Job description

Company Overview

Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is standard, next-day ground delivery. Headquartered in St. Cloud, MN, we employ over 1,800 team members across the Midwest and continue to grow while maintaining a strong focus on safety, service, and reliability.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Assistant Manager will support daily warehouse operations and staff in the day-to-day activities to ensure timely, safe and efficient operations.

Hours and Wages

• Monday - Friday, 5:00PM Start
• May be expected to cover variable shifts based on business needs
• Voluntary OT on weekends (as needed)
• Paid OT at time and a half after 40 hours per week
• Starting wage: $26.00- 30.00 per hour, based on experience, plus shift differential

Duties and 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; 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 elevate concerns as appropriately
• Participate in weekly meetings
• Support training activities, onboarding, and job shadowing as directed
• Assistant in parking and fueling the vehicles
• May serve as a lead or point of contact for employees during assigned shifts when management is unavailable
• Travel may be required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• 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

Education and Experience

• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree in Business, Logistics, Operations, or related field preferred
• Must hold a valid CDL Class A license or successfully complete a company-paid CDL training program within 90 days of employment
• Prior experience in transportation, warehouse, or logistics operations preferred
• 1+ years of leadership experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.

EEO and Affi...

Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.