Warehouse Lead Associate

Imperial Dade; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Imperial Brady in Nashville, TN is seeking a Warehouse Lead Associate for the third shift to oversee nightly warehouse operations, ensure productivity, accuracy, and safety, and lead by example on the overnight shift. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday from 7 PM to finish.

The role requires a high school diploma and warehouse experience, with leadership or supervisory experience preferred. Forklift experience is a plus; strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Warehouse experience required; leadership preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Proficient with warehouse management systems (WMS).

Responsibilities

• Assist 3rd shift leadership during the shift.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor productivity.
• Coordinate and assist with order picking and loading.
• Ensure shipments are processed on schedule.
• Enforce safety policies and SOPs.
• Train and coach warehouse team members.
• Address issues and escalate when needed.
• Monitor equipment and report safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe warehouse environment.
• Complete shift reports and communicate updates.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

WMS experience

Forklift operation

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Imperial Dade, 7400 Cockrill Bend Boulevard, Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Imperial Brady is a leading North American distributor and solutions provider for cleaning and facility care, foodservice, and packaging. With more than 13,000 employees and a broad supply chain network, we deliver national scale with local expertise. Built on strong customer relationships and deep industry knowledge, we go beyond distribution—delivering Supplies + Support through expertise, service, and a commitment to making every customer touchpoint a plus. #imperialbradyjobs

**All correspondence will come directly from Imperial Brady and not a personal email address.**

Imperial Dade has a Warehouse Lead Associate role available in Nashville, TN!Join a strong and continuously evolving group, helping to continue to grow our business. If you’re eager for your next opportunity, Imperial Dade is a great place to take that next step.

The third shift Warehouse Lead Associate is responsible for assisting in overseeing nightly warehouse operations, ensuring productivity, accuracy, and safety standards are consistently met. This position provides hands‑on leadership to warehouse associates, coordinates workflow, and serves as the primary point of contact during the overnight shift. The ideal candidate leads by example, promotes teamwork, and ensures efficient movement of inventory while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

The schedule for this position is Sunday through Thursday from 7 PM to finish.

You will:

• Assist 3rd Shift Leadership during the shift.
• Assign daily work tasks and monitor employee productivity to ensure operational goals are achieved.
• Coordinate and assist with order picking and loading job functions.
• Ensure all shipments are processed accurately and on schedule.
• Enforce company policies, safety regulations, and standard operating procedures.
• Train, coach, and mentor warehouse team members to improve performance and efficiency.
• Address operational issues, resolve employee concerns, and elevate matters to management when necessary.
• Monitor warehouse equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Complete required reports, shift documentation, and communicate important updates during shift transitions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce operational errors.

You have:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse experience required; leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with warehouse management systems (WMS) and basic computer applications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and team‑building abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Reliable attendance and dependability.

We offer a dynamic environment for our more than 13,000 employees to work, learn, and grow professionally. We value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits (medical, dental, vision), a 401(k) program with company match, life insurance, a generous paid time off package, educational reimbursement, paid family leave, and adoption assistance. We are excited to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team.

Imperial Brady is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history, or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit‑based factors.

Our company is a Fair Chance employer,committed to providing opportunities for qualified individuals with past justice system involvement.We believe in assessing candidates based on their skills and experience. A conditional offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

MASSACHUSETTS APPLICANTS:

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