SpartanNash Distribution Center - St. Cloud

Facility info

Receiving starts at 4am (not 5am as phone message states) — don't arrive more than 10 minutes early or security won't let you in Appointment scheduling issues reported — verify dates/times carefully before arriving Live unload only — drop and hook not mentioned in reviews Lumper fee required: check or money order only (not cash or cards). Fees range $100–$350+ depending on load size. Their own employees handle unloading, not third-party lumpers Unload times highly variable: 15 minutes to 7+ hours reported. Average 2–4 hours for typical loads, but significant delays common, especially with mixed-product shipments Street parking available overnight on "staging area"/Saukview Road for roughly 8–10 trucks. DO NOT park on Hoffman Court — city no-parking enforcement. Trucks park despite signs Gate access restricted before 3:30am for receiving appointments Check-in process: 20 minutes typical, but can take up to 45 minutes during busy periods Yard has plenty of maneuvering room and backing space Staff attitude mixed: many reports of friendly, helpful personnel; some reports of rudeness during delays Restrooms available and reportedly clean Paperwork can be slow (30 minutes+ after unloading) Closed weekends Love's truck stop ~7 miles away in Rockville, MN (I-94 exit 164) if overnight amenities needed Walk to receiving can be hazardous in winter conditions