Production Supervisor Intern — Lead Kaizen & Safety

Oshkosh Corporation; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Defense is seeking a Production Supervisor Intern to lead small production areas, coach teams, and maintain safety and quality standards at Oshkosh Defense’s Oshkosh, WI facility. A Spring/Summer 2027 start is noted.

You will guide daily production, implement 5S, and support continuous improvement projects within a unionized or non-union environment. The role emphasizes leadership, strong communication, problem solving, and a commitment to a People First culture while contributing to

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.

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. Enlists the requisite support to ensure the 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.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Oshkosh Defense is seeking a Production Supervisor Intern to lead small production areas, coach teams, and maintain safety and quality standards at Oshkosh Defense’s Oshkosh, WI facility. A Spring/Summer 2027 start is noted.

You will guide daily production, implement 5S, and support continuous improvement projects within a unionized or non-union environment. The role emphasizes leadership, strong communication, problem solving, and a commitment to a People First culture while contributing to