Team Lead- Inventory Puller

Lakeshirts, inc.; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay options

Comprehensive insurance benefits

Up to 22 paid days off in the first y

Profit sharing

401(k) plan

Onsite cafeteria

Relaxed dress code

Employee merchandise discounts

Job summary

Lakeshirts, inc. in Detroit Lakes, MN seeks a Team Lead – Inventory Puller to organize daily workflow, coach staff, and ensure safety, accuracy, and production goals. You will monitor cycle counts, adjustments, and reports, while driving continuous improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification, and proven leadership, with strong MS Office skills and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to assess needs, prioritize work, communicate effectively, and lead in a fast-paced environment.
• Accurate counting and inventory documentation.
• Self-directed and dependable.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily workflow, assign priorities, coach team, and report performance.
• Ensure safety, 6S, quality, and standards are followed.
• Manage inventory control: cycle counts, adjustments, transfers, and discrepancies.
• Update hour-by-hour performance boards and participate in GEMBA walks.
• Complete daily, weekly, monthly standard work and identify improvements.
• Train team on responsibilities, safety, and policy; motivate success.
• Collaborate across department and support special projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Needs assessment

Prioritization

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Forklift certification

Job description

Team Lead – Inventory Puller

LEAD THE TEAM | MODEL, INSPIRE, CHALLENGE, ENABLE, ENCOURAGE

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under the direct supervision of the Inventory Supervisor, the Team Lead – Puller provides hands‑on leadership for assigned Inventory employees. You will organize daily work, communicate priorities and deadlines, coach team members, and help the department meet safety, quality, cost, inventory accuracy, and production goals.

PAY + SCHEDULE

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM. Hours must remain flexible based on workload.

BENEFITS

Lakeshirts offers a fun, creative, and team‑driven culture where employees are empowered to grow and thrive. We provide competitive pay with daily pay options, comprehensive insurance benefits, up to 22 paid days off in the first year, profit sharing, a 401(k) plan, and unique perks like an onsite cafeteria, relaxed dress code, employee merchandise discounts, and more. Join us and be part of a company that values teamwork, innovation, and making work enjoyable every day!

A TYPICAL DAY | Assign Workflow + Prioritize + Review + Motivate

• Lead with a Zero Accident Mentality and ensure safety, 6S, quality, and company standards are followed.
• Assign daily workflow, organize priorities using production reports and work orders, and communicate deadlines.
• Manage inventory control, including cycle counts, adjustments, transfers, and troubleshooting discrepancies.
• Update Tier and hour‑by‑hour performance boards; participate in GEMBA walks to observe, engage, and improve.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly standard work, review processes, and identify efficiency improvements.
• Conduct daily team check‑ins and report performance to the Inventory Supervisor.
• Partner with the supervisor on employee concerns, performance issues, quarterly reviews, and annual increase reviews.
• Ensure timely training in job responsibilities, safety, and company policy; motivate the team toward personal and department success.
• Collaborate across the department and company, support special projects, and complete other assigned duties.

SKILLS | Effective Leadership & Communication + Assess Needs + Prioritize

• High school diploma or GED and previous supervisory experience required.
• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to assess needs, prioritize work, communicate effectively, and lead in a fast‑paced environment.
• Accurate counting skills and the ability to understand order forms and inventory documentation.
• Self‑directed, dependable, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods. Train the Trainer and LEAD workshop completion preferred within 90 days.

WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE

OUR CULTURE is one‑of‑a‑kind and truly sets us apart. We are proud of our humble beginnings and non‑corporate style. Lakeshirts | Blue 84 is one of the largest privately owned screenprint manufacturers in the United States, decorating and distributing garments for resort, college, and K-12 markets. At our Detroit Lakes headquarters, more than 1,000 great people proudly produce 35,000+ garments daily. We work hard, stay humble, and seek committed people who will move our company forward. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.

COGNITIVE OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. The role requires adaptability, analysis, assessment, calculation, decision making, dependability, good judgment, memorization, social skills, speaking, stress control, and writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

CONTINUOUSLY (67%-100%): Lifting, standing, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, reaching; lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.; reaching above, at, and below shoulder height.

FREQUENTLY (34%-66%): Lifting and carrying over 50 lbs.

OCCASIONALLY (1%-33%): Climbing, balancing, and crawling.

NEVER (0%): Sitting.

NOTE / DISCLAIMER

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should not be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employees may perform other related duties based on the ongoing needs of the business. Minnesota is an Employment‑At‑Will state and implies no specific length of employment.