Manufacturing Team Lead Intern

Oshkosh Defense, LLC; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Oshkosh Defense, LLC in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a Production Supervisor Intern to lead small production areas, support manufacturing teams, and help meet on-time schedules while upholding safety, quality and 5S standards.

The internship starts Spring/Summer 2027 and offers hands-on coaching to develop high-performance teams, with emphasis on mentorship, continuous improvement, and a People First culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with three or more years of manufacturing experience.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Lead 1-2 small or similar areas/processes within the production facility/line.
• Lead production team members in a union and/or non-union environment on the manufacturing process and provide daily support in troubleshooting issues that arise.
• Provide performance feedback and appraisals to team members to guide their development.
• Educate and enforce quality, safety, and 5S standards and processes, and recommend changes as opportunities arise on production floor.
• Support maintenance, continuous improvement, and value stream projects that support the business and ensure the production schedule demands are met.
• Conduct root-cause analyses of manufacturing process to identify, define, and resolve problems and opportunities.

Skills

Plan and organize projects

Good communication skills

Strong willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Oshkosh Defense, LLC in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a Production Supervisor Intern to lead small production areas, support manufacturing teams, and help meet on-time schedules while upholding safety, quality and 5S standards.

The internship starts Spring/Summer 2027 and offers hands-on coaching to develop high-performance teams, with emphasis on mentorship, continuous improvement, and a People First culture.