Team Leader - Cycle Count

Landscape Structures•Delano, MN

6d•$24 - $29

About The Position

The Team Leader keeps a production cell moving and helps the people in it grow. About a third of the day is spent running work on the floor, while the rest is focused on keeping the cell healthy. The Team Leader assigns daily positions, coaches standard work, acts as the outgoing quality gate, and runs the cell’s daily management, including the Q-board, 5S and standard-work audits, MDI items, and metric trends. The role leads and coordinates daily Receiving team activities, supports safe and compliant receiving operations, oversees incoming quality inspections, resolves discrepancies, and coordinates with internal teams and suppliers. The Team Leader trains and develops team members, conducts audits, and drives continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The target hourly range is $24.00–$29.00, depending on qualifications and experience. Compensation also includes eligibility for profit-sharing and a monthly bonus opportunity. Eligible full-time employees are offered medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; paid time off and paid holidays; a 401(k) retirement plan; and an employee stock ownership plan.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
At least 2 years of experience in receiving, warehouse operations, materials management, manufacturing, or a related field.
Previous forklift experience required.
Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and product specifications.
Experience performing quality inspections of incoming materials and identifying nonconformances.
Strong understanding of inventory control practices, receiving processes, and material handling procedures.
Proven ability to coach, train, and develop employees while fostering accountability and teamwork.
Strong root-cause analysis and problem-solving skills, including the ability to resolve issues independently.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform the physical requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, materials, or receiving environment.
Experience with ERP systems and inventory transactions; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is preferred.
Knowledge of shipping and receiving regulations and DOT requirements.
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, standard work, daily management, visual controls, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate daily Receiving team activities, including assigning work, balancing workloads, and adjusting priorities as business needs change.
Safely unload, receive, inspect, and process inbound shipments in compliance with company procedures and safety standards.
Operate forklifts and material handling equipment as needed to support receiving operations.
Perform and oversee quality inspections of incoming materials, components, and finished goods to ensure they meet specifications and purchase requirements.
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and receiving documentation to verify product accuracy and quality.
Investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies involving quantity, quality, damage, labeling, and documentation.
Coordinate with Purchasing, Suppliers, Quality, and Planning teams to address nonconforming materials and expedite resolution.
Train, coach, and develop team members on receiving procedures, quality standards, forklift operation, safety requirements, and standard work.
Conduct standard-work, safety, and 5S audits to maintain an organized and efficient work environment.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles and problem-solving methodologies.
Follow Leader Standard Work and support additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.
Assign daily positions, coach standard work, and serve as the outgoing quality gate.
Run cell daily management activities, including the Q-board, 5S and standard-work audits, MDI items, and metric trends.