About Kewaunee, an Oshkosh company

Kewaunee Fabrications is a top-quality, heavy fabrication specialist. Since 1941, we've offered turnkey advantages by providing all aspects of heavy fabrications—manufacturing, engineering, cutting, forming, welding, machining, blasting, painting and assembly—under one roof. It's what we do. From start to finish, we offer the single-source advantages of greater control and efficiency, improved accuracy and complete accountability. In 1999, Kewaunee Fabrications joined the Oshkosh family and helps transform tomorrow with their innovative heavy fabrication capabilities.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing 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. This role will develop high performance work teams with ongoing coaching and direction, both formal and informal, enabling a People First Culture.

YOUR IMPACT:  

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• 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.

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.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, and paint processes.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Experience working in a unionized facility.
• Computer skills with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Experience leading and coaching teams.

Pay Range:

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