Fulfillment Team Lead - Drive Fast-Paced DC Operations

Hot Topic; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hot Topic seeks a Team Lead to guide a distribution center team in Tennessee. You will oversee receiving, picking, packing, sorting, recording, auditing, and shipping processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The role emphasizes training, coaching, safety, and meeting production targets in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Prior leadership, strong communication, and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Oversee a function or work group in a fast-paced environment.
• Apply basic algebra and math to everyday tasks.
• Be flexible with changing schedules and duties.
• Commitment to meeting internal and external customer needs.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication.
• Meet deadlines and adapt to change while staying composed.
• Be reliable and accountable for results.
• Have reliable transportation to the distribution center.
• Maintain physical stamina for standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and repetitive motions.
• Adhere to safety and productivity standards in warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead associates to ensure accurate, efficient DC operations.
• Provide training and feedback to teammates as needed.
• Conduct audits to ensure accuracy in the department.
• Coordinate with Supervisors and other teams to maintain workflow.
• Assign daily tasks and suggest staffing adjustments.
• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to procedures.
• Assist in evaluating associate performance.
• Communicate concerns and needs with Supervisors.
• Support safety and quality performance standards.
• Perform distribution tasks when not leading the team, meeting production standards.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership experience

Math skills

Adaptability

Customer service mindset

Communication skills

Time management

Reliability

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Job description

Hot Topic seeks a Team Lead to guide a distribution center team in Tennessee. You will oversee receiving, picking, packing, sorting, recording, auditing, and shipping processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The role emphasizes training, coaching, safety, and meeting production targets in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Prior leadership, strong communication, and reliability are essential.