Manufacturing Group Leader: Lead & Improve Production

Oshkosh AeroTech, LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Group Leader to support the Supervisor in daily production operations. This role requires hands-on leadership, deep process knowledge, and the ability to coach a manufacturing team to meet safety and quality standards.

You will guide workflow, assist with scheduling, mentor new hires, monitor performance, and maintain 6S discipline in a loud, production environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Willingness to work overtime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular attendance on-site and on-time performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform and demonstrate key departmental tasks with a high level of proficiency.
• Apply knowledge of standards, equipment, tools, and workflow to identify and implement process improvements.
• Provide daily feedback, coaching, and support to team members to enhance performance.
• Mentor and assist in training new employees.
• Monitor and adjust workflow to meet production schedules.
• Support and enforce production policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Communication

Education

Associate or trade certificate related to the job function

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Group Leader to support the Supervisor in daily production operations. This role requires hands-on leadership, deep process knowledge, and the ability to coach a manufacturing team to meet safety and quality standards.

You will guide workflow, assist with scheduling, mentor new hires, monitor performance, and maintain 6S discipline in a loud, production environment.