Group Lead

At Polaris Inc. we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Overview

Polaris Industries designs and manufactures a wide array of off-road vehicles and the Indian Motorcycle product line. The Battle Ground WA site focuses on innovative digital gauges and infotainment displays for Polaris Trail Tech and OEM customers. This Group Lead role is responsible for leading motivating coaching and communicating with a team of 1015 operators using daily problem-solving skills to improve quality safety and employee engagement.

Primary Responsibilities

Production Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and remove obstacles that interfere with Operators standard work.
• Support daily production by quickly containing and escalating problems that disrupt the line.
• Drive continuous improvement and escalate issues as needed.
• Develop and support quality initiatives to achieve industry-leading quality and customer service.
• Document problems for root cause analysis and implement countermeasures.
• Use structured problem-solving to eliminate waste and drive incremental improvements.
• Audit and provide feedback on Operator standard work compliance.
• Maintain the Tier-1 Continuous Improvement Board to achieve safety quality delivery and cost goals.
• Establish visual management systems using tools such as 5S.
• Direct and execute daily work assignments based on department needs and schedules.
• Manage material flow and ensure lines are appropriately stocked.

Leadership & Team Development

• Run daily team meetings to improve performance in safety quality delivery and cost.
• Work with peer leads and supervisors to manage vacations and call-ins.
• Support consistent operator training using the cross-training matrix to build a complete skill set.
• Provide situational leadership and supervision; support Polaris culture and values.
• Participate in employee development coaching and mentoring including job instruction and cross-training.
• Coach operators in lean principles and Polaris Production System tools.
• Develop trust through fairness confidentiality and strong leadership.
• Communicate effectively across all department levels to ensure clarity in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism with all Polaris employees and external contacts.
• Be flexible and open-minded to accommodate additional duties as assigned.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision on an off shift and follow proper escalation processes directed by supervisor.
• Ensures the team is compliant with proper safety protocols and procedures and leads the team in emergency situations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 13 years of previous Team/Group Lead experience.
• In good standing with the company (values attendance quality safety).
• 18 years of age or older with legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Willing and able to work overtime including Friday and Saturdays.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook Project).
• Strong documentation analytical and communication skills.
• Self-directed motivated and collaborative.

Desired Qualifications

• Four-year college degree.
• Familiarity with AS400 UKG and Visual Work Instructions (VWI).

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 40 lbs and push/pull up to 175 lbs.
• Bend twist turn kneel squat and reach overhead.
• Use of torque tools and perform strong pinch and grip movements.
• Stand and walk for up to 1012 hours per shift.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced office/manufacturing site.
• Swing shift availability required. Hours Monday Thursday 3:45 pm 2:45 am with potential OT Friday Saturday.

The pay range for Washington is $25.00 to $29.00 per hour. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and geography.

To qualify for this position former employees must be eligible for rehire and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious resourceful and driven workforce which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance Polaris employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generousmatching contribution to 401(k) financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including health dental and vision insurance wellness programs paid time off gym & personal training reimbursement life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off we support employees who actively volunteer their time efforts and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts garments and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status familial status status with regard to public assistance membership or activity in a local commission protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process should contact Human Resources at or.To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law see:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ().