Warehouse Lead Jobs in Minnesota
Warehouse Lead jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where distribution, food manufacturing, and medical device logistics drive steady demand for experienced shift supervisors and floor leads. Major employers with long-standing Minnesota operations include Target, General Mills, and 3M, all of which maintain large distribution and fulfillment centers across the state. Demand is strongest in receiving and inventory control, pick-and-pack operations, and cold storage logistics tied to Minnesota's food and agricultural supply chain. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Summary:
Assist management in coordinating the warehouse activities of the distribution center by performing the following duties.
Location: St. Paul, MN
Hourly Rate: $21.35 an hour up to $25.23 after 12 months of employment
Standard Work Hours: 2PM until end of shift M-F
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- A Lead’s primary function is to assist the supervisory staff of the branch.
- The lead will provide leadership and supervision to associates in their area of responsibility as well as all associates.
- Assist in enabling the distribution center to fulfill its goals and the overall company mission.
- Maintain the company policies while communicating company goals and expectations. Primary responsibility is to oversee production in their assigned area, administer the training program of all new associates, to monitor and provide direction in their assigned area.
- Report to manager or supervisor in charge of their area and assume any additional responsibility assigned.
Expectations
- Train associates on efficient work methods and procedures
- Direct all production and quality control functions in their assigned area
- Oversee associates with regard to daily production performance
- Ensure established volumes of production are met or surpassed daily
- Develop and motivate associates and present direct supervisor with issues
- Focus attention and efforts to maximize profitability Provide leadership in the absence of any supervisor
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be pass the introductory period of 90 days
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Good time management skills
- Daily interaction with warehouse personnel, office personnel, drivers, freight lines and customers as required.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Ability:
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees.
Math Ability:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Ability:
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills:
Knowledge of basic office (spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail) as well as inventory and warehouse management software. Knowledge of AS400 and PKMS is essential.
Work Environment:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the environment is loud.
Physical Demands:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
- The employee is frequently required to lift and move product of up to 60 pounds. Must be able to move heavy product in excess of 1,000 pounds with moving aids designed to move such items including hand trucks, dollies, motorized cart, pallet jacks, etc.
- The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
Summary:
Assist management in coordinating the warehouse activities of the distribution center by performing the following duties.
Location: St. Paul, MN
Hourly Rate: $21.35 an hour up to $25.23 after 12 months of employment
Standard Work Hours: 2PM until end of shift M-F
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- A Lead’s primary function is to assist the supervisory staff of the branch.
- The lead will provide leadership and supervision to associates in their area of responsibility as well as all associates.
- Assist in enabling the distribution center to fulfill its goals and the overall company mission.
- Maintain the company policies while communicating company goals and expectations. Primary responsibility is to oversee production in their assigned area, administer the training program of all new associates, to monitor and provide direction in their assigned area.
- Report to manager or supervisor in charge of their area and assume any additional responsibility assigned.
Expectations
- Train associates on efficient work methods and procedures
- Direct all production and quality control functions in their assigned area
- Oversee associates with regard to daily production performance
- Ensure established volumes of production are met or surpassed daily
- Develop and motivate associates and present direct supervisor with issues
- Focus attention and efforts to maximize profitability Provide leadership in the absence of any supervisor
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be pass the introductory period of 90 days
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Good time management skills
- Daily interaction with warehouse personnel, office personnel, drivers, freight lines and customers as required.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Ability:
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees.
Math Ability:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Ability:
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills:
Knowledge of basic office (spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail) as well as inventory and warehouse management software. Knowledge of AS400 and PKMS is essential.
Work Environment:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the environment is loud.
Physical Demands:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
- The employee is frequently required to lift and move product of up to 60 pounds. Must be able to move heavy product in excess of 1,000 pounds with moving aids designed to move such items including hand trucks, dollies, motorized cart, pallet jacks, etc.
- The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
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Warehouse Lead Job Market in Minnesota
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in warehouse lead jobs across Minnesota.
- Minimum two to three years of warehouse operations experience with demonstrated floor leadership
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods on a warehouse floor
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification within a defined onboarding period
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with shift workers, supervisors, and receiving teams
- Basic computer skills for inventory tracking, reporting, and shift documentation
Warehouse Lead Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a warehouse lead in Minnesota?
Becoming a warehouse lead in Minnesota typically starts with two to three years in a warehouse associate or material handler role, followed by a promotion or lateral move into a lead position. No state-issued license is required, but forklift certification and a completed OSHA forklift safety course improve hiring odds considerably. Many Minnesota employers, including large distribution and manufacturing operations in the Twin Cities, prefer candidates with a high school diploma or GED and documented experience managing small teams.
Which companies hire warehouse leads in Minnesota?
Minnesota warehouse lead roles are posted by Bunzl, Cencora, and FUN and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Minnesota's strong base of food manufacturing, retail distribution, and medical device companies means warehouse lead openings appear consistently across the state year-round.
Which Minnesota cities have the most warehouse lead jobs?
Saint Paul, Plymouth, and Shakopee have the most warehouse lead openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro dominates because Target, General Mills, and a dense network of third-party logistics providers are headquartered or have major distribution operations there, while Rochester's medical device and healthcare supply chain and Duluth's port and freight activity support consistent openings in those markets.
Are there remote warehouse lead jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Warehouse lead work is fundamentally hands-on and floor-based, so remote arrangements apply only to a narrow slice of the role. About 25% of warehouse lead openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve inventory auditing, scheduling coordination, or logistics planning rather than active floor supervision.
How can I get hired as a warehouse lead in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is to start as a warehouse associate or material handler at a large Minnesota employer and work toward an internal lead promotion. Target and General Mills both run structured advancement programs at their Minnesota distribution centers that move high-performing associates into lead roles within one to two years. Earning an OSHA forklift certification before applying gives candidates with no prior leadership experience a measurable credential that many Minnesota hiring managers look for when considering associate-level employees for lead openings.
Where can I find and apply to warehouse lead jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to warehouse lead jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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