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Warehouse Team Leader jobs are open across retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, and third-party logistics, at every level from first-time supervisor to senior ops lead, with specializations in receiving, fulfillment, and inventory control. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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On-Site (5 days)Job Summary:
Serve the production environment through leadership tasks, as well as supporting the manufacturing process through technical skill such as welding or assembly. A significant amount of time will be spent performing production assembly. Instructs others on how to perform all jobs within the team and trains new team members while communicating with material handlers, other team leaders, and production leaders to ensure material flow.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate an absolute commitment to safety and models safe behavior; acts as safety champion for team.
- Demonstrate through actions and behavior a commitment to quality; acts as quality champion for team.
- Must demonstrate proficiency of all jobs within the team; coordinates team job rotation schedule and flexing of team members in assigned work area to ensure one piece work flow and that the team’s production goals are achieved.
- Effectively communicate with associates at all levels including material handlers, production leaders, etc.
- Knowledge & understanding of operational excellence and compliance with completing all standard work required of the team leader position.
- Update MDI boards and maintain simple metrics and prioritization
- Recommend work schedules and coordination of workforce planning
- Does job hazard assessments and simple EHS related tasks
- Developing and encouraging team members to meet
- Improving the line through simple problem solving
- Support the manufacturing process through technical skill such as welding or assembly
Qualifications and Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 2 years or more manufacturing experience preferred
- Has not completed TLDP or another Leadership training course
- Experience influencing others
- Knowledge and application of the Lean Principles
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to train others
- Must have good written and oral interpersonal communication skills.
- Team focused and cooperative across teams and shifts.
- Must be able to demonstrate sustained exemplary performance in attitude, attendance and ability.
- Knowledge of OPEX preferred
- Must display initiative and creativity in problem solving.
- Must promote a clear quality vision.
- Must be able to promote continuous improvement in products, services and processes.
- Must be able to demonstrate strong computer skills. (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Physical Requirements:
- Perform tasks requiring hand and eye coordination, with good hand dexterity (gripping and pinching repetitively) for more than 2/3’s of work shift
- Lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing 10 pounds continuously, 25 pounds repetitively and 50 pounds occasionally. Lifting or carrying objects over 50 pounds requires a two person lift, or a lift assist
- Bend, twist, squat, kneel, and/or stoop repetitively 6 to 8 hours per day
- Reach overhead repetitively for more than 2/3’s of work shift
- Stand continuously for 8 to 10 hours per day
- Climb up and down stairs up to 3 hours per day
- Use of senses to detect quality defects and unsafe conditions
- Basic visual requirements for precision work
- Moderate physical exertion
This role has been designated by the Company as Safety Sensitive.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$25.52Compensation Type:
HourlyIncentive Eligible:
NoSales Commission Eligible:
NoDisclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
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- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations
Safety Sensitive Role:
YesThe company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Transportation & Logistics
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in warehouse team leader jobs.
- 1-3 years of supervisory or team lead experience in a warehouse or distribution environment
- Proficiency with a warehouse management system such as SAP, Oracle WMS, or Manhattan
- Valid forklift certification and working knowledge of OSHA safety standards
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for an entire shift
- High school diploma or GED, with preference for an associate degree in logistics or operations
- Strong verbal communication skills for coordinating with pickers, packers, and dock staff
Tips for Your Warehouse Team Leader Job Search
Quantify your team and throughput metrics
Hiring managers want to see the size of the team you led and the volume you moved. Replace vague bullets like 'supervised staff' with specifics: how many direct reports, shift output targets, and any productivity gains you drove during your tenure.
List your safety certifications upfront
Forklift operator certification, OSHA 10 or 30, and first-aid credentials are frequently required, not preferred. Put them in a dedicated certifications section near the top of your resume so recruiters find them before they filter your application out.
Target postings that name your WMS experience
Many warehouse team leader roles require hands-on experience with a specific warehouse management system. Search for openings that name the platform your current employer uses, so your existing proficiency is a direct match rather than a gap.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists warehouse team leader openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare scenario answers about shift conflicts
Interviewers for team leader roles almost always ask how you handle attendance issues, intra-team disputes, or a sudden staffing shortfall mid-shift. Walk through a real situation using a clear problem-action-result structure so your answer feels grounded, not rehearsed.
Negotiate schedule and shift differential together
Warehouse team leader compensation often includes shift differentials for nights or weekends that are negotiable in practice. When discussing an offer, ask about both the base rate and the differential structure at the same time so you're evaluating total compensation accurately.
Warehouse Team Leader Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most warehouse team leaders?
The most active employers for warehouse team leaders right now are Kuehne+Nagel, Ryder System, and CEVA Logistics, and the most openings are in Texas, Indiana, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Distribution centers tied to e-commerce fulfillment and third-party logistics networks tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many warehouse team leader jobs are remote?
About 20% of warehouse team leader openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most warehouse operations. The small share of remote-eligible roles tends to involve inventory planning, vendor coordination, or training and compliance functions that don't require a physical presence on the floor.
How do you become a warehouse team leader?
Start by building floor experience as a picker, packer, or receiver so you understand the full operation before supervising it. Take on informal leadership during your current role by training new hires or covering for a lead during absences. Earn an OSHA certification and get comfortable with your site's warehouse management system. When a team lead opening posts internally, apply with concrete examples of problems you solved on the floor.
Can I get a warehouse team leader job with little or no supervisory experience?
Yes, some employers will hire candidates into a team leader role if they have strong floor experience and can demonstrate leadership in practice, even without a formal title. Focus your application on situations where you trained coworkers, coordinated a process improvement, or stepped up during a supervisor's absence. Smaller distribution centers and third-party logistics providers are more likely to promote from within or hire externally at the entry level of supervision than large national chains.
What does the warehouse team leader interview process look like?
Most employers run an initial phone screen focused on shift availability and basic experience, followed by an on-site interview that often includes a floor walkthrough. You'll typically answer behavioral questions about managing attendance, handling safety incidents, and hitting throughput targets. Some companies add a practical component where you demonstrate familiarity with their warehouse management system or walk through how you'd organize a receiving workflow.
Where can I find and apply to warehouse team leader jobs?
You can find and apply to warehouse team leader jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, shift preference, and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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