Production Group Lead — Inspire Teams & Drive Quality

JLG Equipment Services Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a Group Leader to support the Supervisor in daily manufacturing operations. You will guide team members, oversee workflow, and assist with scheduling and materials coordination to ensure efficient production and compliance with safety and quality standards.

In this role, you will mentor staff, lead by example in hands-on work, and participate in inspections to ensure product quality before release.

Qualifications

• 6 months or more experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, in-person and on-site.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Associate or trade certificate(s) related to the job function.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office.

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.
• Assign tasks and lead by example through hands-on work.
• Assist with inspections and ensure product quality before final release.
• Interact professionally with customers and customer representatives as needed.
• Communicate effectively across all organizational levels, including team members, management, and HR.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to safety protocols and 6S standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Industrial/manufacturing experience

Overtime willingness

Education

Associate or trade certificate related to the job function

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a Group Leader to support the Supervisor in daily manufacturing operations. You will guide team members, oversee workflow, and assist with scheduling and materials coordination to ensure efficient production and compliance with safety and quality standards.

In this role, you will mentor staff, lead by example in hands-on work, and participate in inspections to ensure product quality before release.