Production Supervisor: Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen Leader

oshkoshcorporation; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing teams, promote a safe, on-time production environment, and drive continuous improvement. You will coach teams, enforce 5S standards, and coordinate with maintenance and quality to meet schedules.

The role emphasizes people-first leadership, process improvements, and accurate documentation in a high‑volume environment. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

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 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.
• 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.
• 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

Strong willingness to learn

Good communication

Plan and organize projects

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing teams, promote a safe, on-time production environment, and drive continuous improvement. You will coach teams, enforce 5S standards, and coordinate with maintenance and quality to meet schedules.

The role emphasizes people-first leadership, process improvements, and accurate documentation in a high‑volume environment. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.