Sr. Quality Manager - Design Assurance

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Hagerstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc. seeks a senior quality-focused leader to integrate reliability and robustness into New Product Development.

This role partners with engineering to proactively identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring product performance meets customer and regulatory expectations. You will lead APQP activities in manufacturing launches, institutionalize PFMEA and Control Plans, and drive Six Sigma-based improvements across the organization with hands-on coaching and structured

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in related work experience.
• Master’s Degree in Reliability Engineering or equivalent (preferred).
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of quality, reliability, and robustness into product design and development using APQP, DFMEA, and Design for Six Sigma.
• Partner with engineering to mitigate design risks and ensure product performance meets customer/regulatory expectations.
• Serve as escalation point for quality issues and lead containment and resolution.
• Lead APQP during manufacturing launches with PFMEA, Control Plans and Reaction plans integration.

Skills

APQP

DFMEA

Design for Six Sigma

PFMEA

8D problem solving

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering or related field

Master’s Degree in Reliability Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

Job description

About JLG, an Oshkosh companyJLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.Reporting to the Sr. Director – Global Quality. This individual will lead the integration of reliability & robustness in New Product Development as well as drive warranty reduction task force using structured approach problem solving. This individual will also be responsible on continuously improving the Oshkosh Quality Management System standards, procedures and processes and be the point person for all Quality integration in Product Development.YOUR IMPACTEnsure the integration of quality, reliability, and robustness into product design and development through disciplined application of APQP, DFMEA, and Design for Six Sigma methodologies.Partner with engineering to proactively identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring product performance meets customer and regulatory expectations.Serve as the highest level of escalation within the assigned quality workstream, providing decisive leadership to resolve complex, high-impact issues and ensure timely containment and sustainable resolution.Lead the APQP process in the manufacturing launch activitiesEnsure all quality manufacturing quality activities PFMEA, Control Plans and Reaction plans are institutionalized and are being fully integrated as part of the manufacturing launch activities.Provide hands on coaching and training on PFMEA, Control Plans & manufacturing APQPCreate training plan and implementation of hands-on training for the manufacturing teamLead and train the manufacturing team on a structured approach to problem solving utilizing 8D and Six Sigma disciplinesDevelop and institutionalize best practice quality tools within manufacturing.Provide strategic guidance to manufacturing qualityMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering or related field8+ years in related work experienceSTANDOUT QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s Degree in Reliability Engineering or equivalent engineering disciplineCertified Lean Six Sigma Black BeltExcellent project management and prioritization skills. Solid business acumenDemonstrated hands on Design for Reliability, Design for Robustness or Design For Six Sigma experienceDemonstrated experience in deploying quality breakthrough in New Product Development ProcessResults-oriented, strong analytical skills, and demonstrated process improvement success in managing large teams in a continuous improvement culture.Ability to interact with all levels of the business (senior leaders to working teams); exceptionally good listening skills; able to present complex or new ideas with clarity and simplicityStrong interpersonal and communication skills that build productive relationships and influences others, both within the business and across organizationsAbility to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesWORKING CONDITIONSThe following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments.In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.Pay Range:$0.00 - $0.00The 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 [e-mail] 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.