Supplier Quality Engineer

Oshkosh Defense; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 64,500 - 103,500; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Defense in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to support new suppliers and improve production processes. Key responsibilities include validating production processes, promoting error-proofing, and providing support to suppliers on defect prioritization. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree and have experience in statistical techniques, problem-solving, and interpreting technical drawings. A competitive pay range of $64,500 to $103,500 per year is offered, reflecting various factors such as experience and skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 plus years related work experience.
• Training/experience in the use of statistical techniques and process improvement methods.
• Must interpret basic technical drawings including characteristics such as views, title blocks, dimensioning, GD&T symbols.

Responsibilities

• Validate production processes to ensure potential failure risks are considered and mitigated.
• Promote SPC and error proofing internally and externally.
• Provide support as needed and work with suppliers to prioritize defects.

Skills

Statistical techniques

Process improvement methods

Structured problem-solving techniques

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

MS Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Statistical software

Job description

About Oshkosh Defense, An Oshkosh Company

Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever‑changing needs with next‑generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

About The Role

We are looking for a dynamic Supplier Quality Engineer to launch new suppliers and support the facility into production. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, your mission is to continuously improve safety, quality, business, and manufacturing processes with an emphasis on eliminating process waste. The use of structured quality improvement tools is required through validation of the production processes. You will design new processes and re‑engineer existing processes to produce outcomes that meet safety, quality, and business expectations.

• Validate production processes to ensure potential failure risks are considered and mitigated on the suppliers FMEA and Process Control Plans
• Promote SPC and error proofing internally and externally with suppliers where there is risk of common mistakes and/or significant failure
• Provide support as needed and work with suppliers to prioritize defects using tools such as Pareto charts and trend charts. Apply structured problem‑solving methods to identify true root causes and implement effective corrective actions, including fishbone diagrams, 5 Why analysis, histograms, SPC, FMEA, benchmarking, brainstorming, 5S, correlation analysis, error proofing, Cpk, Ppk, corrective action matrices, and continual improvement control plans.
• Revise procedures to drive process improvement.
• Investigate/analyze and benchmark industry practices for process validation assessments.
• Implement effective corrective and preventative actions utilizing structured planning methods.
• Coordinate and work cross‑functionally with Employee Teams, Quality, Engineering, Contracts, Sales and Manufacturing to improve processes. Accurately maintain company records and documents in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Minimal travel as required. (Once per month on average for a duration of 1-3 days.)

About You

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• 1-3 plus years related work experience
• Must interpret basic technical drawings including characteristics such as views, title blocks, dimensioning, GD&T symbols, etc. Interpret specification requirements in relation to product and process characteristics
• Training/experience in the use of statistical techniques and process improvement methods

What Makes You Excel

• Hold a Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt or must acquire within eight months of filling this position
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer certification (or equivalent) required within eight (8) months of filling this position
• Advanced training/experience in the use of statistical techniques and process improvement methods
• Must interpret basic technical drawings including characteristics such as views, title blocks, dimensioning, tolerancing, GD&T symbols, etc. Interpret specification requirements in relation to product and process characteristics
• Must have experience with and be able to exhibit the use of structured problem‑solving techniques utilizing computer applications
• MS Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Lotus Notes e‑mail, Visio, Statistical software, and JDE experience is recommended and will be mandatory within three (3) months in this position
• OSK1917

Pay Range

$64,500.00 - $103,500.00

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.

Accommodation Statement

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].

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.