Quality Manager

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Quality Manager R38578

Responsible for management of the product quality in operation areas. Responsible for effective implementation of the quality system. Work closely with all company departments and processes to ensure continuity in Company quality objectives. Support operations by providing the necessary procedures, practices, and information to assure that quality objectives are met, optimizing company performances and customer satisfaction.

YOUR IMPACT

Coordinate all product quality activities at all Pierce facilities to ensure customer expectations are met.

Direct and manage the implementation of the quality system.

Develop systems to provide consistent testing to meet company objectives and improve customer satisfaction.

Coordinate statistical methods used in manufacturing and operation processes. Lead and innovate new concepts in statistical usage.

Helps determine the adequacy and accuracy of quality standards. Where standards are not available, coordinate their development.

Manages the adequacy of inspection and test equipment, and acts as coordinator for the purchase and justification of complex and / or high cost equipment used for product evaluations.

Supervise and promote quality activities in manufacturing and operation functions to assure that Company objectives are met.

Assures that new product reviews are performed on all new major products.

Coordinates product problem resolution relative to design, specifications, tooling, materials, methods and production operations. Follows up and monitors product and process improvement plans and projects to see that they are adequate and complete.

Works with Purchasing on development and execution of Quality Supplier Program.

Manage the Warranty Program to ensure quality concerns are addressed and dealer / customer satisfaction is achieved.

Manage Quality Supervisors to establish a quality plan, if applicable.

Establish a quality plan and facilitate the goals and direction via Pierce's management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

4-plus years of relevant experience

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

Training and / or experience with Six-Sigma problem solving methodology

Previous experience with CAD system(s)

Good understanding of processes and process flows

Ability to work in a team environment with various skill sets within the organization

Self-starter able to drive a "sense of urgency"

WHY PIERCE?

Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees' success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the 15k+ team members around the world who embody them.

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

We offer our employees an outstanding range of benefits, including :

• Eligibility on Day 1 for medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance
• Up to $10,000 each year for tuition reimbursement to allow you to further your education in a degreed program (Associates, Bachelor's or Master's degree programs)
• 401k plan with company match, $.50 for every dollar up to 6%
• Competitive paid-time off plans
• Company bonus plan, free life, short and long-term disability plans
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company contribution up to $1K per year
• Many, many more!
• OSK1917
• LI-BB1

Pay Range :

$72,200.00 - $116,200.00

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Quality Manager R38578

Responsible for management of the product quality in operation areas. Responsible for effective implementation of the quality system. Work closely with all company departments and processes to ensure continuity in Company quality objectives. Support operations by providing the necessary procedures, practices, and information to assure that quality objectives are met, optimizing company performances and customer satisfaction.

YOUR IMPACT

Coordinate all product quality activities at all Pierce facilities to ensure customer expectations are met.

Direct and manage the implementation of the quality system.

Develop systems to provide consistent testing to meet company objectives and improve customer satisfaction.

Coordinate statistical methods used in manufacturing and operation processes. Lead and innovate new concepts in statistical usage.

Helps determine the adequacy and accuracy of quality standards. Where standards are not available, coordinate their development.

Manages the adequacy of inspection and test equipment, and acts as coordinator for the purchase and justification of complex and / or high cost equipment used for product evaluations.

Supervise and promote quality activities in manufacturing and operation functions to assure that Company objectives are met.

Assures that new product reviews are performed on all new major products.

Coordinates product problem resolution relative to design, specifications, tooling, materials, methods and production operations. Follows up and monitors product and process improvement plans and projects to see that they are adequate and complete.

Works with Purchasing on development and execution of Quality Supplier Program.

Manage the Warranty Program to ensure quality concerns are addressed and dealer / customer satisfaction is achieved.

Manage Quality Supervisors to establish a quality plan, if applicable.

Establish a quality plan and facilitate the goals and direction via Pierce's management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

4-plus years of relevant experience

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

Training and / or experience with Six-Sigma problem solving methodology

Previous experience with CAD system(s)

Good understanding of processes and process flows

Ability to work in a team environment with various skill sets within the organization

Self-starter able to drive a "sense of urgency"

WHY PIERCE?

Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees' success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the 15k+ team members around the world who embody them.

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

We offer our employees an outstanding range of benefits, including :

Pay Range :

$72,200.00 - $116,200.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various 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 corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

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 provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed 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 a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) 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. Generally, 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.

Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It's a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you'll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.

Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world's toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Defense, McNeilus, IMT, Jerr-Dan, Frontline Communications, Oshkosh Airport Products, Oshkosh AeroTech and Pratt Miller.

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