Shift Lead Jobs in Texas
Shift lead jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in retail, food service, manufacturing, and logistics across one of the nation's largest consumer and industrial markets, with openings at entry-level supervisory through senior floor leadership. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor most of the hiring, where employers like H-E-B, Amazon, and Walmart operate large networks of stores, fulfillment centers, and distribution facilities. The most in-demand specialties are retail floor supervision, warehouse shift management, and quick-service restaurant leadership. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works closely with production supervisors to provide leadership to production teams.
- Train new and existing employees through formal training processes and systems.
- Recommends and/or influences corrective actions.
- Administers coaching conversations.
- Manages teams not limited to production, time and attendance, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Understands and translates productivity and efficiency goals to production teams.
- Maintains visual boards with KPI’s by department
- Participates and trains production teams on safety and quality programs and initiatives.
- Leads continuous improvement projects.
- Creates and fosters a positive, inclusive, and dynamic culture that aligns with Gibraltar brand values.
- Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned
Education and/or Experience:
- High School Diploma
- 1-year leading in a manufacturing environment
- Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred.
Core Competencies:
- Ability to foster trusting relationships, teamwork, and cross collaboration.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to hold others accountable through effective leadership.
- Demonstrates personal accountability for results.
Organizational Competencies: Continuous Improvement, Continuous Learning, Agility, Active Listening and Understanding, Inclusive Decision Making, Customer Focus, Growth Mindset, Steadfast Ethics and Integrity, Creative Problem Solving, Broad Perspective
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PRMS, RF Scanners
- Proficient with SAP or an equivalent ERP system
Licenses / Certifications: N/A
Travel Requirements: N/A
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of standing and walking on the manufacturing floor.
Work Conditions: This job operates in an industrial manufacturing environment exposure to varying temperatures, loud noise levels, dust, fumes, oil, or other outdoor elements. This role requires regular standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time. Climbing stairs/ladders, squatting, sitting, operating machinery, and may require lifting to 50lbs, and must be able to wear PPE as required. This is a full-time position and may require overtime including night and weekend work.
Disclaimer
The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
About Us:
Gibraltar Industries is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.
Gibraltar Industries by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com (http://www.gibraltar1.com)
Gibraltar Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer; and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. In addition, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works closely with production supervisors to provide leadership to production teams.
- Train new and existing employees through formal training processes and systems.
- Recommends and/or influences corrective actions.
- Administers coaching conversations.
- Manages teams not limited to production, time and attendance, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Understands and translates productivity and efficiency goals to production teams.
- Maintains visual boards with KPI’s by department
- Participates and trains production teams on safety and quality programs and initiatives.
- Leads continuous improvement projects.
- Creates and fosters a positive, inclusive, and dynamic culture that aligns with Gibraltar brand values.
- Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned
Education and/or Experience:
- High School Diploma
- 1-year leading in a manufacturing environment
- Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred.
Core Competencies:
- Ability to foster trusting relationships, teamwork, and cross collaboration.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to hold others accountable through effective leadership.
- Demonstrates personal accountability for results.
Organizational Competencies: Continuous Improvement, Continuous Learning, Agility, Active Listening and Understanding, Inclusive Decision Making, Customer Focus, Growth Mindset, Steadfast Ethics and Integrity, Creative Problem Solving, Broad Perspective
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PRMS, RF Scanners
- Proficient with SAP or an equivalent ERP system
Licenses / Certifications: N/A
Travel Requirements: N/A
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of standing and walking on the manufacturing floor.
Work Conditions: This job operates in an industrial manufacturing environment exposure to varying temperatures, loud noise levels, dust, fumes, oil, or other outdoor elements. This role requires regular standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time. Climbing stairs/ladders, squatting, sitting, operating machinery, and may require lifting to 50lbs, and must be able to wear PPE as required. This is a full-time position and may require overtime including night and weekend work.
Disclaimer
The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
About Us:
Gibraltar Industries is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.
Gibraltar Industries by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com (http://www.gibraltar1.com)
Gibraltar Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer; and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. In addition, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Find Shift Lead JobsShift Lead Jobs by City in Texas
Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Shift Lead Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Murphy USA45
- Walgreens37
- Swig Drinks23
- Pizza Hut21
- Fanatics14
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Animal Care & Pet Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in shift lead jobs across Texas.
- One to three years of supervisory or team lead experience in retail, food service, or logistics
- Demonstrated ability to open or close a location and manage daily operational checklists
- Experience scheduling crew members and managing labor against a budget or hour target
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, inventory software, or warehouse management platforms
- Food Handler Certification issued through an ANSI-accredited provider recognized in Texas
- Strong communication skills to relay shift goals and resolve issues with frontline team members
Shift Lead Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a shift lead in Texas?
Most Texas employers promote shift leads from within after a candidate demonstrates consistent performance as a frontline team member. There is no statewide license required for the general shift lead role, though food service positions may require a Food Handler Certificate from an ANSI-accredited provider recognized by the Texas Department of State Health Services. A high school diploma or equivalent is the baseline education expectation, and completing an employer's internal leadership readiness program gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire shift leads in Texas?
Employers hiring shift leads in Texas right now include Murphy USA, Walgreens, and Swig Drinks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's size and concentration of large retail, logistics, and food service operations means hiring volume stays high year-round, particularly in the state's major metro corridors.
Which Texas cities have the most shift lead jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio have the most shift lead openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects its massive retail and logistics footprint, Dallas draws heavily from distribution and quick-service restaurant chains headquartered in North Texas, and San Antonio's strong military and consumer-retail base sustains steady demand across both large-format stores and smaller neighborhood operations.
Are there remote shift lead jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Shift lead work is fundamentally on-site: the role exists to manage people, equipment, and operations in real time. About 10% of shift lead openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those are almost exclusively in industries like contact center operations or digital retail support where supervision happens over software rather than a physical floor.
How can I get hired as a shift lead in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is starting as a crew member, sales associate, or warehouse selector at a large Texas employer and completing their internal advancement program. H-E-B, Amazon, and Target all run structured leadership development tracks in Texas that move high-performing associates into shift lead roles without prior supervisory experience. Earning a Food Handler Certificate through a Texas Department of State Health Services-recognized provider strengthens an application for food and retail roles, while completing a free forklift safety certification helps in logistics environments.
Where can I find and apply to shift lead jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to shift lead jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search by city or role type to see what is available, then apply directly to the roles that match your experience and schedule.
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