Lead, Warehouse Associate

RXO, Inc.; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Pre-tax accounts

Disability and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career and Leadership Development

Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer

Job summary

RXO, Inc. seeks a Lead Warehouse Associate to drive accuracy in data entry, manage stock levels, and supervise a small team on day-to-day operations.

You will assign tasks, coach teammates, and ensure safe handling of tools and materials in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The role emphasizes leadership, multitasking, and strong organizational skills, with opportunities to guide 2–5 team members and contribute to continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office experience and proficiency (Outlook and Excel).
• Ability to learn new computer applications.
• 4 years of warehouse experience.
• Solid ability to multitask with exceptional organizational skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for accurate data entry.
• Handle inventory, including monitoring levels and performing merchandise reconciliation.
• Assign work and monitor group activities.
• Instruct associates in proper equipment, operational and maintenance procedures; guide team in understanding housekeeping requirements.
• Monitor and maintain availability of tools, materials, and supplies.
• Oversee the usage of equipment and ensure team adherence to all safety procedures and programs.
• Assist with resolving problems to ensure maximum associate productivity; take necessary action to correct substandard performance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Warehouse experience

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Accelerate your career at RXO

RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and commitment to finding solutions for every challenge. We create more efficient ways for shippers and carriers to transport goods across North America.

As a Lead Warehouse Associate at RXO, you will inspire your associates to achieve maximum productivity, exhibit professionalism and strive to be error-free. As part of our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work, and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

What Your Day-to-day Will Look Like

• Be responsible for accurate data entry
• Handle inventory, including monitoring levels and performing merchandise reconciliation
• Assign work and monitor group activities
• Instruct associates in proper equipment, operational and maintenance procedures; guide team in understanding housekeeping requirements
• Monitor and maintain availability of tools, materials, and supplies
• Oversee the usage of equipment and ensure team adherence to all safety procedures and programs
• Assist with resolving problems to ensure maximum associate productivity; take necessary action to correct substandard performance

At a Minimum, You’ll Need

• Microsoft Office experience and proficiency (Outlook and Excel)
• Ability to learn new computer applications
• 4 years of warehouse experience
• Solid ability to multitask with exceptional organizational skills

It’d Be Great If You Also Have

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings and weekends
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solid leadership skills; able to coach and mentor team members (2-5)
• Solid math skills

This Job Requires The Ability To

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in a warehouse environment that is not climate-controlled

Why Join Us

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match
• Pre-tax accounts to help streamline eligible expenses
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career and Leadership Development Programs
• Paid time off, company holidays, and volunteer days

Our Culture

Our values are the key to our unique culture and our ability to deliver for everyone we serve. We do great things when we are inclusive and work together. To perform with excellence, we learn from one another, value diverse perspectives, operate safely and build strong relationships.

The Next Step

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills for this job classification. Review RXO's candidate privacy statement here and RXO's Privacy Notice to California Job Applicants here.