Salary
$38k – $40k per year
Location
In office (La Vergne)
Seniority
Staff
Visa
H-1B filings in 12 months: 8 · green card filings: 6
Employment
Full-Time
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 2, 2026. Hot Topic scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Hot Topic is a US retailer of music and pop culture apparel and accessories. Its headquarters and distribution teams hire merchandise planners, graphic designers, licensing coordinators, accountants and maintenance technicians. The company is headquartered in City of Industry, California, United States.
Our Team Leads assist with leading associates to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely distribution center operations, including receiving, picking, packing, sorting, recording, auditing, and shipping of goods. This position reports to the Supervisor, DC.
Pay Range: $18.75hr - $ 20.25hr
Please note the pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but other factors such as shift will determine the final salary for potential new hires.
WHAT YOULL DO
- Ensures all associates are equipped to work productively and follow recommended best practices
- Conducts job observations as requested and provides training and feedback to associates if needed
- Conducts audits to ensure accuracy within the department
- Ensures sufficient workflow in the area by communicating with Supervisors and fellow Team Leads from supporting departments.
- Assigns tasks for daily goals and suggests staffing adjustments to the Supervisor
- Ensures paperwork is completed correctly and all procedures are followed
- Assists in evaluating the performance of assigned associates.
- Communicate with Supervisors on concerns and any needs in your assigned area
- Supports all safety and quality performance standards
- Performs distribution job tasks when not actively responsible for the group and demonstrates work level that meets or exceeds established production standards.
- Performs other job duties as needed
WHAT YOULL NEED
- Experience in overseeing a function or work group.
- Ability to apply basic algebra and math skills.
- Flexible and adaptive to the environment, changes, challenges, job duties, and work schedules.
- Illustrates a dedication to meeting the requirements of internal and external customers, responding to all customer requests promptly and thoroughly.
- Strong communication skills including the ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback, and is a solid verbal and written communicator.
- Upholds and furthers HOTT’s culture and values. Inquisitiveness and an open mind regarding teen music and fashion trends.
- Meets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change, and maintains composure under pressure.
- Is accountable for results, approaches obstacles proactively and looks for ways to resolve problems and issues.
- Reliable transportation
- This role requires physical stamina and attention to detail in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Responsibilities include standing and walking for extended periods, frequently lifting and carrying boxes up to 50 lbs., and bending, reaching, twisting, and performing repetitive motions while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
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