Warehouse Lead Jobs in Tennessee
Warehouse Lead jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in logistics, distribution, and manufacturing, with strong demand across the full seniority range from shift-level team lead to senior operations lead. Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga are the most active hiring metros, where companies like Amazon, FedEx, and Volkswagen Group of America maintain large warehouse and fulfillment operations. Inventory control, forklift operations oversight, and safety compliance leadership are the most in-demand specialties among Tennessee postings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Summary
The Team Lead, General Warehouse, supports with the overall performance of the warehouse and operations. The Team Lead, General Warehouse plans, organizes, supports staff, directs, and controls the warehouse activities including manual movement of product, picking, palletizing, packing, labeling, and/or shipping of product to meet company standards in safety, security, damage free and productivity. The Team Lead will communicate with leadership team regularly.
Essential Job Functions
Monitors and assist team members to check and count packing list for accuracy.
Monitors and assist team members to pack orders according to the instructions on the pick sheet; various types of merchandise to be shipped in an accurate method.
Make sure that every employee follows the work instructions of the bill of lading, receiver, or any specific work instruction.
Monitors and assist team members to perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and re-packing as needed.
Monitors and assists team members to perform value added services, building kits using multiple items based upon customer’s/client’s demands.
Be a positive influence on and assist with the development of employees. Assists Supervisor with performance management.
Must ensure that all equipment is in good working condition, properly maintained and all safety equipment is being used.
Participate in physical inventories as needed.
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.
Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety. Follow all safety and security regulations and company guidelines.
Complete all safety training within the specified timeframe, applying all appropriate actions.
Utilize all tools and equipment as trained to do so, stopping when unsafe, utilizing Hub Group employee’s Stop Work Authority.
Honors commitments and the values of Hub Group (Service, Integrity and Innovation).
Regular attendance and timeliness are an essential function of the job. Overtime may be required.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED, required.
1+ years of warehouse experience required; 2-4 years of warehouse experience preferred.
Previous leadership experience preferred.
Ability to listen and follow instructions/work procedures both written and verbal.
Able to communicate with coworkers, leads, supervisors and/or manager daily as to progress of tasks.
Ability to work independently as well as be extremely effective in a team environment.
Demonstrate a positive attitude that sets an example for others.
Maintain a sense of urgency and be able to set priorities effectively.
Must be customer service oriented.
Previous experience with production or assembly line work is helpful.
Ability to read and write legibly.
Ability to perform calculations involving adding, counting, subtracting, division and multiplication.
Physical & Work Environment Demands
While performing the duties of this job, Employee will be required to manually lift and stack products that ranges from 5 pounds to 75 pounds. Push carts of material with light to moderate force. Must be capable of sitting, standing, reaching, bending, lifting, or walking for extended periods of time with moderate to high frequency. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
The work element may be hot in the summer and cold in the winter – this position is may not in a temperature-controlled environment. Must be able to work additional hours as needed.
Job Summary
The Team Lead, General Warehouse, supports with the overall performance of the warehouse and operations. The Team Lead, General Warehouse plans, organizes, supports staff, directs, and controls the warehouse activities including manual movement of product, picking, palletizing, packing, labeling, and/or shipping of product to meet company standards in safety, security, damage free and productivity. The Team Lead will communicate with leadership team regularly.
Essential Job Functions
Monitors and assist team members to check and count packing list for accuracy.
Monitors and assist team members to pack orders according to the instructions on the pick sheet; various types of merchandise to be shipped in an accurate method.
Make sure that every employee follows the work instructions of the bill of lading, receiver, or any specific work instruction.
Monitors and assist team members to perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and re-packing as needed.
Monitors and assists team members to perform value added services, building kits using multiple items based upon customer’s/client’s demands.
Be a positive influence on and assist with the development of employees. Assists Supervisor with performance management.
Must ensure that all equipment is in good working condition, properly maintained and all safety equipment is being used.
Participate in physical inventories as needed.
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.
Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety. Follow all safety and security regulations and company guidelines.
Complete all safety training within the specified timeframe, applying all appropriate actions.
Utilize all tools and equipment as trained to do so, stopping when unsafe, utilizing Hub Group employee’s Stop Work Authority.
Honors commitments and the values of Hub Group (Service, Integrity and Innovation).
Regular attendance and timeliness are an essential function of the job. Overtime may be required.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED, required.
1+ years of warehouse experience required; 2-4 years of warehouse experience preferred.
Previous leadership experience preferred.
Ability to listen and follow instructions/work procedures both written and verbal.
Able to communicate with coworkers, leads, supervisors and/or manager daily as to progress of tasks.
Ability to work independently as well as be extremely effective in a team environment.
Demonstrate a positive attitude that sets an example for others.
Maintain a sense of urgency and be able to set priorities effectively.
Must be customer service oriented.
Previous experience with production or assembly line work is helpful.
Ability to read and write legibly.
Ability to perform calculations involving adding, counting, subtracting, division and multiplication.
Physical & Work Environment Demands
While performing the duties of this job, Employee will be required to manually lift and stack products that ranges from 5 pounds to 75 pounds. Push carts of material with light to moderate force. Must be capable of sitting, standing, reaching, bending, lifting, or walking for extended periods of time with moderate to high frequency. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
The work element may be hot in the summer and cold in the winter – this position is may not in a temperature-controlled environment. Must be able to work additional hours as needed.
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in warehouse lead jobs across Tennessee.
- Three or more years of warehouse or distribution center experience in Tennessee operations
- Proven ability to lead and direct a team of warehouse associates on shift
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 general industry certification preferred by most Tennessee employers
- Forklift operation certification and ability to train others on equipment safety
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems such as SAP or Manhattan WMS
- High school diploma or GED required, with associate degree preferred by larger Tennessee employers
Warehouse Lead Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a warehouse lead in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not require a state-issued license to work as a warehouse lead, so the path runs through experience and employer-recognized credentials. Most Tennessee employers promote from within, selecting associates who have demonstrated reliability, forklift proficiency, and team communication skills. Earning an OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 general industry card significantly strengthens a candidacy. Some larger distribution employers in the state also look for completion of an internal leadership development program before approving a promotion to lead.
Which companies hire warehouse leads in Tennessee?
Companies currently hiring warehouse leads in Tennessee include Kenco, Quanta Manufacturing Nashville, and RXO, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's dense logistics corridor along Interstate 40 and the Memphis intermodal freight hub means that both national retailers and regional distributors maintain large, consistent warehouse lead headcounts across the state.
Which Tennessee cities have the most warehouse lead jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga account for the most warehouse lead openings in Tennessee. Nashville's rapid population and commercial growth has driven expansion in fulfillment and last-mile distribution, Memphis anchors one of the busiest freight and logistics networks in the country due to its FedEx World Hub and river port access, and Chattanooga's automotive manufacturing base generates steady demand for warehouse leads supporting parts logistics and finished goods operations.
Are there remote warehouse lead jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Warehouse lead work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical presence to direct associates, oversee equipment use, and manage inventory on the floor. About 0% of warehouse lead openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those postings are almost exclusively administrative or systems-focused lead roles, such as inventory auditing or WMS coordination, rather than traditional shift lead positions.
How can I get hired as a warehouse lead in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing an associate or material handler role at a large Tennessee distribution center and working toward an internal promotion. Employers like Amazon at its Murfreesboro and Memphis facilities and FedEx at its Memphis hub run structured lead development tracks for high-performing associates. Earning a forklift certification and an OSHA 10 card before applying sharpens a resume. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as shipping coordinator, inventory clerk, or receiving associate are well positioned to move into a lead title within one to two years.
Where can I find and apply to warehouse lead jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to warehouse lead jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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