Change Control Specialist Sr

Oshkosh Corporation; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, seeks a Sr Change Control Specialist to lead analysis, planning, and coordination of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) across engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and suppliers. This role minimizes disruption, mitigates obsolescence, and optimizes inventory while aligning with corporate goals.

You will drive CN processes, manage part-number introductions, ensure QA feedback, and support new product development.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (Preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in operations, change management, CN coordination, or bill of materials structuring.
• MRP systems knowledge and experience.
• Familiarity with JDE World/One World.
• Proficiency with change management tools such as Smarteam and Windchill.
• Strong communication and data-analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the entire CN process with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Suppliers.
• Initiate and oversee new part numbers and BOM implementation.
• Develop feedback mechanisms for QA of CNs and train on SOPs.
• Approve/disapprove/reassign tasks in the RCM system as needed.
• Conduct supply and demand analysis for material requirements.
• Set cut-in dates with Purchasing and Suppliers for changes.
• Coordinate with Aftermarket and Service Center on inventory and field needs.
• Support New Product Development transitions from old to new lines.

Skills

CN coordination

MRP systems

JDE World/One World

Smarteam/Windchill

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

JDE World

One World

Smarteam

Windchill

RCM system

Job description

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.

SUMMARY

The Change Control Specialist Sr is responsible for leading and managing the process of analyzing, planning, and coordinating Engineering Change Notices (ECNs). This ensures the timely and effective implementation of changes across all relevant processes, minimizing disruption, obsolescence, and scrap, while optimizing inventory usage and maintaining alignment with organizational objectives.

YOUR IMPACT

• Coordinate the entire CN process, collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Suppliers.
• Initiate and oversee the introduction of new part numbers and bills of materials, ensuring effective material implementation and disposition.
• Develop and implement feedback mechanisms for quality assurance of all CNs, including training programs to ensure adherence to SOPs.
• Approve, disapprove, or reassign tasks in the Reliance Change Management System (RCM) as needed.
• Conduct supply and demand analysis to determine material requirements.
• Work with Purchasing and Suppliers to establish cut-in dates for changes.
• Coordinate with the Aftermarket team to ensure future inventory and field replacement needs are met. Ensure effective communication of changes to Manufacturing Work closely with the Service Center to maintain accurate bills, service manuals, and field campaign needs.
• Participate in New Product Development (NPD) projects, ensuring smooth transitions from old to new product lines.
• Establish and maintain strong inter-departmental relationships for successful CN implementation.
• Provide leadership to a team of individuals, ensuring engagement, accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with departmental goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s Degree (Preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in operations, change management, CN coordination, or bill of material structuring or other relevant areas.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication skills and the ability to develop positive working relationships.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems.
• Familiarity with bill of material structuring and JDE World and One World systems.
• Proficiency in using platforms like Smarteam, Windchill, and other change management tools.
• Ability to analyze data and generate actionable reports to support decision-making.

Pay Range:

$73,200.00 - $117,800.00

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.

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