Shift Lead Jobs in Oregon
Shift lead jobs in Oregon are consistently active, with steady demand in retail, food service, manufacturing, and healthcare settings. Portland, Salem, and Eugene account for the bulk of openings, where established employers like Fred Meyer, PeaceHealth, and Nike have long maintained operations across the state. The most in-demand specialties are retail floor supervision, food and beverage service leads, and light manufacturing line leads. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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4:30am-1:00pm/Friday-Sunday, plus all holidays except for December 25th (includes holidays on Monday-Thursday)
Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.
What you’ll be doing:
Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator: As a Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator, you’ll mentor and train new material handlers and fill in for supervisors as needed. You’ll be lifting, lowering, and carrying product in a fast-paced environment and stacking empty pallets and maintaining a safe and clean workspace as you go. You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures.
You will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.
Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace our safety culture.
What you bring to the table:
- Ability to be Material Handling Equipment Operator certified and safely operate necessary material handling equipment as required.
- An ability and willingness to keep work area clean.
- An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues.
- An ability to adopt our safety procedures quickly and ensure safe work practices.
- An ability to work in a warehouse environment with seasonal temperature variations.
- Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications)
What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:
- 12+ months related experience in a warehouse environment; or any equivalent combination of acceptable training, education, and experience.
- Ability to pass a drug screen to the extent permissible legally.
- If you are hired as a Full-Time associate, you must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business need.
- Ability to lift, push or pull equipment/merchandise weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Must wear safety composite work shoes.
- Ability to walk and stand 100% of the time.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
We Offer:
- Competitive Pay: $24.00/hour
- Receive a pair of work shoes after 30 days.
- Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
- Staples offers both Full-Time and Part-Time benefits
- Full-Time benefits include: 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)
- Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
4:30am-1:00pm/Friday-Sunday, plus all holidays except for December 25th (includes holidays on Monday-Thursday)
Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.
What you’ll be doing:
Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator: As a Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator, you’ll mentor and train new material handlers and fill in for supervisors as needed. You’ll be lifting, lowering, and carrying product in a fast-paced environment and stacking empty pallets and maintaining a safe and clean workspace as you go. You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures.
You will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.
Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace our safety culture.
What you bring to the table:
- Ability to be Material Handling Equipment Operator certified and safely operate necessary material handling equipment as required.
- An ability and willingness to keep work area clean.
- An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues.
- An ability to adopt our safety procedures quickly and ensure safe work practices.
- An ability to work in a warehouse environment with seasonal temperature variations.
- Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications)
What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:
- 12+ months related experience in a warehouse environment; or any equivalent combination of acceptable training, education, and experience.
- Ability to pass a drug screen to the extent permissible legally.
- If you are hired as a Full-Time associate, you must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business need.
- Ability to lift, push or pull equipment/merchandise weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Must wear safety composite work shoes.
- Ability to walk and stand 100% of the time.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
We Offer:
- Competitive Pay: $24.00/hour
- Receive a pair of work shoes after 30 days.
- Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
- Staples offers both Full-Time and Part-Time benefits
- Full-Time benefits include: 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)
- Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Shift Lead Job Market in Oregon
A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens10
- Laughing Planet Cafe3
- Staples2
- Domino's2
- Ingram Content2
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in shift lead jobs across Oregon.
- One to three years of relevant industry experience in a team-based setting
- Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, and schedule a small crew
- Proficiency opening and closing procedures including cash handling and reporting
- Strong communication skills for coordinating between staff and management
- Availability for flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- High school diploma or equivalent required by most Oregon employers
Shift Lead Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a shift lead in Oregon?
Most shift lead roles in Oregon are filled by promoting strong frontline workers rather than through a formal licensing process, as the role carries no state-issued credential in most industries. Employers typically look for candidates with at least a year of experience in the same field and a demonstrated ability to direct coworkers. Food service leads working in facilities that handle regulated foods may need a valid Oregon Food Handler Card or a Food Manager Certification through the Oregon Health Authority.
Which companies hire shift leads in Oregon?
Companies currently hiring shift leads in Oregon include Walgreens, Laughing Planet Cafe, and Staples, per current listings on MigrateAte as of September 2026. Oregon's mix of large retail chains, regional grocery groups, healthcare networks, and food and beverage manufacturers means shift lead openings appear across a wider range of industries than in many other states.
Which Oregon cities have the most shift lead jobs?
The Oregon cities with the most shift lead openings are Portland, Bend, and Lebanon. Portland drives the largest share given its concentration of corporate retail headquarters, distribution centers, and hospital systems, while Salem and Eugene reflect steady demand from regional grocery, healthcare, and manufacturing employers anchored in the Willamette Valley.
Are there remote shift lead jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. Shift lead roles are fundamentally on-site positions that require directing a physical crew, handling equipment or merchandise, and managing in-person operations. About 0% of shift lead openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those that exist tend to be in customer support operations or back-office scheduling functions rather than traditional floor supervision.
How can I get hired as a shift lead in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting in a frontline role at an Oregon employer that promotes from within, then expressing interest in a lead role after demonstrating reliability. Large Oregon operators like Fred Meyer, PeaceHealth, and Daimler Trucks North America run structured internal development tracks where associates move into lead positions after consistent performance reviews. Obtaining an Oregon Food Handler Card or completing a first-level supervisory course through a community college such as Portland Community College or Lane Community College can strengthen your candidacy when applying without prior lead experience.
Where can I find and apply to shift lead jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to shift lead jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings. Search the listings to find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and availability.
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