Production Supervisor - Lean Manufacturing & Safety Leader

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing teams, ensure on-time production, and uphold safety and quality standards. The role focuses on coaching, Kaizen, and continuous improvement in a dynamic production environment.

You will develop high performance teams, enforce 5S, and drive process improvements while coordinating with maintenance and value stream projects to meet schedule demands.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong willingness to learn.
• Ability to plan and organize projects.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.

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

Manufacturing experience

Willingness to learn

Project planning

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing teams, ensure on-time production, and uphold safety and quality standards. The role focuses on coaching, Kaizen, and continuous improvement in a dynamic production environment.

You will develop high performance teams, enforce 5S, and drive process improvements while coordinating with maintenance and value stream projects to meet schedule demands.