About the role#
The Operations Supervisor Intern provides leadership and support to manufacturing teams to maintain a safe and productive environment. You will plan and direct the work of team members to meet production schedules, quality standards, and safety objectives. This is a full-time, paid internship opportunity for Winter or Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Lead 1-2 small areas or processes within the production facility.
- Direct production team members in union or non-union environments.
- Provide daily support for troubleshooting manufacturing issues.
- Deliver performance feedback and appraisals to team members.
- Enforce quality, safety, and 5S standards.
- Support maintenance, continuous improvement, and value stream projects.
- Conduct root-cause analyses of manufacturing processes.
- Report and respond to product and process nonconformance issues.
- Implement and sustain 5S in work areas.
- Champion process improvements and lead Kaizen events.
- Create value stream mapping and standard work documentation.
- Maintain company records and documents.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Three or more years of manufacturing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong willingness to learn.
- Ability to plan and organize projects.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Terms: Winter 2027 or Summer 2027.
About Oshkosh Corporation
Oshkosh Corporation is a global industrial technology company based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. It designs and manufactures equipment for specialized tasks, including defense, fire and emergency, and construction vehicles. The company operates through several brands such as JLG, Pierce, and McNeilus. It employs approximately 17,000 people across its global operations.
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