Production Supervisor - Materials

About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

SUMMARY

Support standardization, advancement, and implementation of a lean enterprise material flow strategy. Scope includes but not limited to: KPI's, Plan for Every Part (PFEP), replenishment systems, WMS, inventory control, production scheduling, and IT support systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that all Team Member actions and processes meet specified safety and housekeeping requirements.

• Leverage shop-floor lean material flow implementation experience to lead and support projects focused on synchronization of material consumption with production, maximizing efficiency of material conveyance routes, and material presentation to point of use.

• Develop, exercise, and enforce transaction controls that yield accurate inventory balances for material stock in assigned area.

• Assigns specific tasks, as required, to ensure the most cost effective and productive use of resources.

• Ensures that tools and materials essential for the performance of the work are readily available.

• Responsible for team member performance by providing training, guidance, and timely feedback through day-to-day feedback and periodic performance appraisals.

• Establishes and facilitates small group team initiatives for continuous improvement.

• Collaborates with managers and other departments to develop and modify material handling processes and procedures.

• Responsible for other duties as assigned.

About You:

• At least 2-3 years' experience in manufacturing, materials, or related area.

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills

• Ability to plan and organize projects.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Must possess good communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate, as needed.

• Ability to provide hands-on technical support in a production environment.

• Ability to operate material movement equipment

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management or related field, preferred.

• Lean/Six Sigma or Project Management certifications, preferred.

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