Warehouse Team Lead

Warehouse Team Lead

ODRA Road Sweepers is an engineering-focused manufacturer of chassis-mounted mechanical road sweepers, proudly designing and building durable, high-performance equipment for municipalities, contractors, and customers across North America and international markets. Our sweepers are recognized for their reliability, straightforward design, and long-term value. At ODRA, we are committed to engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering innovative products that perform in the toughest operating conditions.

Warehouse Team Lead Reporting To: Grand Forks Site Manager Location: On-Site (705 S 48th Street, Grand Forks, ND)

Position Summary:

ODRA Road Sweepers is seeking an experienced and motivated Warehouse Team Lead to oversee daily operations. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for coordinating shipping, receiving, inventory management, and team performance to ensure the timely and efficient flow of parts and equipment through our production process.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise warehouse staff, providing direction, training, and support.
• Oversee shipping, receiving, picking, packing, and inventory activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular cycle counts.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of materials and components.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized warehouse environment.
• Coordinate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials.
• Monitor and report on warehouse KPIs and team performance.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations for warehouse staff.
• Identify internal quality issues such as handling or storage damage
• Assist in incoming goods inspection to ensure compliance with company quality standards.
• Support 5S activities and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain an organized, efficient, and safe workspace.
• Support LEAN principles to optimize warehouse layout, space utilization, workflow efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Maintain accurate warehouse documentation and systems, ensuring timely reporting of inventory, productivity, operational KPIs, and compliance-related activities.
• Support facility operations, maintenance, inspections, and vendor services to ensure a safe, clean, compliant, and efficiently functioning workplace while identifying and escalating improvement opportunities.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years of warehouse and logistics experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems is required.
• Full Driver License
• Ability to drive Full Size Pick up and Trailer
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.