Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Job Summary 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. The Supervisor will develop high‑performance work teams with ongoing coaching and direction, both formal and informal, to enable a People First Culture. Essential Duties and 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, providing 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, recommending changes as opportunities arise on the production floor. Support maintenance, continuous improvement, and value‑stream projects that ensure the production schedule demands are met. Conduct root‑cause analyses of manufacturing processes to identify, define and resolve problems and opportunities, enlisting requisite support for timely resolution and implementation of improvements. Report and respond to product and process nonconformance issues. Implement and sustain 5S in work areas, ensuring tools and materials essential for performance are available. Own 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 verbal and written communication skills. Core Competencies Internal Contacts: Engage peers and others in explaining information, gathering facts, and communicating sensitive or confidential information. External Contacts: Limited external contact to gather information, answer queries or ask assistance. Communication Skills: Read, write, and comprehend instructions, correspondence, reports, and verbal communication with internal and external groups. Decision‑Making: Regularly make responsible decisions, evaluating alternatives and applying precedents. Complexity, Judgment, and Problem Solving: Handle structured work with choices of action within standard policies and procedures. Supervisory/Managerial: Recommend personnel actions (hiring, termination, pay changes); schedule, supervise, and evaluate employees performing similar tasks. Working Conditions Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, hearing, talking, visual tasks, typing; occasional driving, fine dexterity, manual dexterity, lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. Non‑Physical Demands: Frequent analysis, reasoning, communication, interpretation, math, reading, sustained mental activity, writing. Environmental Demands: Frequent work alone, task changes, tedious work; occasional high‑volume public contact. Work Schedule: Routine shift hours with occasional overtime, weekends, or shift rotation. Demands/Deadlines: Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload variations. Pay Range $73,200.00 – $117,800.00 We offer a competitive total rewards package, a people‑first culture, and opportunities to support team member growth and success. Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 required by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose 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 part of their essential job functions may disclose that pay only in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, or if 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr