Truck Manufacturing Team Leader — Lean & Mentoring

Oshkosh Corp.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation, through its Pierce Manufacturing division, seeks a Team Leader to oversee departmental tasks and ensure efficient production flow in Wisconsin. The role emphasizes scheduling, inspections, and mentoring of team members to meet daily goals.

The position requires prior leadership experience and familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, with proficiency in MS Office. Manufacturing background and checkout department familiarity are valued.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience is required.
• Lean manufacturing principles such as value streams, 5S, 7 types of waste, and project planning preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous Pierce/Checkout department experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and demonstrate all tasks of the department.
• Schedule employees in department.
• Perform product inspections.
• Inventory stock.
• Monitor and adjust workflow.
• Collect and maintain records for statistical process control.
• Coach, mentor, and train team members.
• Assist in guiding other department employees to achieve goals.
• Prioritize duties and complete tasks per supervisor’s guidelines.
• Make accurate decisions in a timely manner.
• Listen and follow directions.

Skills

Leadership experience

Lean Manufacturing

Scheduling

Coaching and mentoring

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation, through its Pierce Manufacturing division, seeks a Team Leader to oversee departmental tasks and ensure efficient production flow in Wisconsin. The role emphasizes scheduling, inspections, and mentoring of team members to meet daily goals.

The position requires prior leadership experience and familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, with proficiency in MS Office. Manufacturing background and checkout department familiarity are valued.