Assembly Team Lead — On‑Floor Leadership & Efficiency

Polaris Industries; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Profit-sharing

Employee stock ownership plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. Riverside, CA is seeking a Team Lead for distribution center operations. The role directs daily workload, ensures safety and quality, and drives continuous improvement with a data-driven approach.

The ideal candidate holds a 2-year degree, has leadership experience, forklift certification, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Polaris offers competitive pay, overtime, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Requires a 2-year degree.
• Experience leading teams in a distribution center preferred.
• Forklift certification may be required; ability to obtain if not on hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily work direction and prioritize workload within functions.
• Lead department/shift in the absence of supervision.
• Motivate team to meet deadlines and productivity goals.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and drive cost/safety metrics.
• Troubleshoot bottlenecks and training gaps; implement corrective actions.
• Spend majority of time on the floor (90%) with hands-on supervision.

Skills

Forklift license

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

2-year degree

Job description

Polaris Inc. Riverside, CA is seeking a Team Lead for distribution center operations. The role directs daily workload, ensures safety and quality, and drives continuous improvement with a data-driven approach.

The ideal candidate holds a 2-year degree, has leadership experience, forklift certification, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Polaris offers competitive pay, overtime, and a comprehensive benefits package.