Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Oshkosh Defense; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 73,200 - 117,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Oshkosh, Wisconsin is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing teams. This role involves ensuring safety, quality, and productivity during production shifts. Key responsibilities include coaching team members, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining high-performance standards. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED with three years of manufacturing experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range between $73,200.00 and $117,800.00.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with three (3) or more years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to plan and organize projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead small production teams and provide daily support.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide feedback.
• Enforce quality, safety, and performance standards.

Skills

Strong willingness to learn

Good communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Oshkosh Defense, An Oshkosh Company

Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry‑leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever‑changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

The Production Supervisor will provide leadership and support to the manufacturing teams to create a safe, productive and profitable environment. This role will plan and facilitate the work of team members to support on‑time completion of production schedules, quality, housekeeping, and safety objectives. This role will develop high‑performance work teams with ongoing coaching and direction, both formal and informal, enabling a People First Culture.

Currently hiring for 1st and 2nd shift. Plant 1st shift hours: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm CST. Plant 2nd shift hours: 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm CST. Please note: These reflect general core hours – start and end times will vary based on overtime needs. Weekend availability may be required.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all‑inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• 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. Enlist the requisite support to ensure timely resolution of problems and the prompt implementation of improvements.
• Report and respond to product and process nonconformance issues.
• Implement and sustain 5S in work areas ensuring that tools and materials essential for the performance of the work are readily available.
• Responsible for changes needed in machines, processes, materials, and assembly. Champion process improvements and lead Kaizen events.
• Create value stream mapping and standard work.
• Accurately maintain company records and documents in accordance with policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with three (3) or more years of manufacturing experience. OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to plan and organize projects.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Internal Contacts: Contact with peers and others involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of factual information; may include the communication of sensitive or confidential information.
• External Contacts: Limited external contact to: gather information, answer queries, or ask assistance.
• Communication Skills: Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Write routine reports, correspondence and speak effectively before both internal and external groups. Read, analyze and interpret business manuals, technical procedures and/or government regulations.
• Decision‑Making: Regularly makes decisions of responsibility, involving evaluation or information. Decisions may require development or application of alternatives or precedents.
• Complexity, Judgment and Problem Solving: Generally structured work, but involving a choice of action within limits of standard policy and procedures.
• Supervisory/Managerial: Recommends personnel actions (hiring, termination, pay changes). Involves scheduling, supervision, and evaluation of employees who perform similar work assignments.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Demands: Frequent: Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Reaching, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing; Occasional: Driving, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion; Seldom: Lifting/Carrying 25lbs., Pushing/Pulling 25lbs.
• Non‑Physical Demands: Frequent: Analysis/Reasoning, Communication/Interpretation, Math/Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e. auditing, problem solving, grant writing, composing reports), Writing.
• Environmental Demands: Frequent: Work Alone, Frequent Task Changes, Tedious/Exacting Work; Occasional: High Volume Public Contact.
• Work Schedule: Routine shift hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.
• Demands/Deadlines: Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload because of intermittent or cyclical work pressures, or occasional exposure to distressed individuals within the immediate work environment.

Pay Range

$73,200.00 - $117,800.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people‑first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit‑based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.