H-1B Visa Warehouse Lead Jobs
Warehouse Lead jobs can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the employer structures the role around degree-level duties in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or logistics systems. Sponsored positions typically involve process optimization, labor planning, and cross-functional coordination that require a directly related bachelor's degree. The employer files both the LCA and I-129 petition on your behalf.
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Ryder is immediately hiring a Warehouse Team Lead in Berea, KY — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.
Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly
Hourly Pay $20.00 per hour
Additional Pay: $1.00 per hour for shift
Schedule: Second Shift Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 2:30 am
Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment.
Products Being Handled: Hyster Forklifts
Equipment: Hyster Forklifts
Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US.
We have all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT!
- Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
- Paid Training and support to take your next step
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days
- Earn PTO starting Month 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
- 401 K offers a company match
- HIGH VALUED Stock at 15 % Employee Discount
- Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel and much more
- Safety Gear PROVIDED
- Caring Leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role.
- Focus on continuous improvement designed for success
Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today.
At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect when joining a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- One (1) year or more powered industrial truck experience preferred
- One (1) year or more previous experience as Team Lead preferred
- One (1) year or more Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) preferred
- One (1) year or more previous warehouse experience preferred
- Knowledge and/or experience with an RF scanner advanced required
- Valid forklift operator's license certified
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Effective leadership skills
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Performs work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent organizational skills
- Proactively approaches responsibilities
- Maintains composure under pressure
- Working using health and safety methods
- Bilingual (For Québec locations only)
Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and ensure continuous improvement efforts for optimal efficiency of the operations.
- Perform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
- Allocate resources and organize and distribute daily work duties to members to ensure optimal shift/team operational logistics.
- Inspire and guide team members towards improved Key Performance Indicator (KPI’s) using the appropriate leadership styles and methods.
- Assist in providing appropriate orientation for employees and give them the necessary information, technology and tools to perform their jobs.
- Assist with promoting health and safety working methods within the warehouse.
- Deal with day to day paperwork in a warehouse environment (i.e. picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
- Complete and submit daily reports and propose action plans to enhance operations effectiveness and service levels.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Position Description:
Ryder is immediately hiring a Warehouse Team Lead in Berea, KY — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.
Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly
Hourly Pay $20.00 per hour
Additional Pay: $1.00 per hour for shift
Schedule: Second Shift Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 2:30 am
Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment.
Products Being Handled: Hyster Forklifts
Equipment: Hyster Forklifts
Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US.
We have all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT!
- Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
- Paid Training and support to take your next step
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days
- Earn PTO starting Month 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
- 401 K offers a company match
- HIGH VALUED Stock at 15 % Employee Discount
- Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel and much more
- Safety Gear PROVIDED
- Caring Leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role.
- Focus on continuous improvement designed for success
Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today.
At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect when joining a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- One (1) year or more powered industrial truck experience preferred
- One (1) year or more previous experience as Team Lead preferred
- One (1) year or more Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) preferred
- One (1) year or more previous warehouse experience preferred
- Knowledge and/or experience with an RF scanner advanced required
- Valid forklift operator's license certified
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Effective leadership skills
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Performs work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent organizational skills
- Proactively approaches responsibilities
- Maintains composure under pressure
- Working using health and safety methods
- Bilingual (For Québec locations only)
Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and ensure continuous improvement efforts for optimal efficiency of the operations.
- Perform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
- Allocate resources and organize and distribute daily work duties to members to ensure optimal shift/team operational logistics.
- Inspire and guide team members towards improved Key Performance Indicator (KPI’s) using the appropriate leadership styles and methods.
- Assist in providing appropriate orientation for employees and give them the necessary information, technology and tools to perform their jobs.
- Assist with promoting health and safety working methods within the warehouse.
- Deal with day to day paperwork in a warehouse environment (i.e. picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
- Complete and submit daily reports and propose action plans to enhance operations effectiveness and service levels.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Warehouse Lead
Match your degree to the role description
Warehouse Lead H-1B petitions succeed when your degree field directly maps to the posted duties. A logistics, industrial engineering, or supply chain management degree paired with a job description emphasizing process design or systems coordination gives USCIS a clear specialty occupation argument.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Find employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for warehouse and logistics operations roles by searching Migrate Mate. Targeting companies that have already filed for comparable positions cuts the time you spend vetting sponsorship willingness before your first conversation.
Review the O*NET profile before applying
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers to understand which duties signal degree-level complexity. Employers building an H-1B case need the job description to reflect those higher-order functions, not purely physical oversight tasks.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If the role covers multiple distribution centers or shifts across locations, each worksite address requires a separately certified LCA from DOL. Raise this with your employer before the I-129 is filed to avoid a situation where your authorization doesn't cover all assigned work locations.
Ask HR whether the role is cap-exempt before accepting
Some warehouse operations are run through staffing agencies or logistics subsidiaries of nonprofits or universities, which may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B status. Knowing this before you apply lets you prioritize roles that bypass the annual cap and selection process, which has changed recently.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to anchor your offer negotiation
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the warehouse supervisor category in your metro area before negotiating so you know the floor your offer must clear to support a compliant LCA certification.
H-1B Visa Warehouse Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Warehouse Lead role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. A standard supervisory warehouse role does not require a bachelor's degree in a specific field, so it falls outside the specialty occupation definition on its own. However, some employers restructure the position around degree-level responsibilities in supply chain systems, industrial engineering, or operations management. When the job description genuinely requires that academic background, USCIS may approve the petition. The burden is on the employer to document why the role demands a degree in a directly related field.
Which employers actually sponsor H-1B visas for Warehouse Lead positions?
Sponsors tend to be large logistics companies, e-commerce fulfillment operators, and manufacturers with dedicated supply chain functions where the Lead role carries meaningful process engineering or systems oversight responsibilities. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in warehouse and operations management, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsorship for comparable roles.
How long does H-1B status last for a Warehouse Lead job?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to three years. Your employer can file for extensions, allowing a total of up to six years in H-1B status. Beyond that, extensions are available only if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or meet other specific criteria under immigration law. Status is tied to your continued employment with the sponsoring employer in the approved role.
What happens to my H-1B if I change warehouse locations mid-employment?
Each worksite requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your employer reassigns you to a distribution center that is not listed on your current LCA, the employer must file an amended LCA and, in many cases, an amended I-129 petition before you begin work at the new location. Moving between facilities without updated paperwork puts both your status and your employer's compliance record at risk.
What degree background do H-1B-sponsored Warehouse Lead roles typically require?
Most employers sponsoring H-1B petitions for these roles require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, logistics, or operations management. Some accept business administration degrees when the coursework includes quantitative operations topics. The degree requirement must appear in the job posting and reflect the actual duties performed. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required generally cannot support an H-1B petition.