Project Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Oshkosh Corporation

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • $82,000-132,800 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment leverages the power of our people, brands, and strength in technology to improve the safety, cleanliness, and productivity of our communities. The Vocational segment includes market leading brands McNeilus, Oshkosh S-Series, IMT, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Airport Products, and Frontline Communications. Our purpose-built products serve our communities with carefully designed and engineered refuse trucks, front-discharge mixer trucks, fire apparatus, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting trucks, service vehicles, and command trucks. Our products are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Project Manager to take ownership of key initiatives within our manufacturing operations. This role is instrumental in driving projects that enhance production efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator and problem solver with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex timelines, and deliver exceptional outcomes in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.YOUR IMPACT:
  • Project Leadership: Manage multiple projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality goals.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop detailed project plans, including objectives, deliverables, schedules, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
  • Team Collaboration: Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality assurance to achieve project milestones.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate regular updates to stakeholders, providing clear and concise reports on project progress, risks, and issues.
  • Process Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
  • Problem Solving: Address project challenges, proactively resolving conflicts and adapting plans to overcome obstacles.
  • Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial constraints.
  • Compliance and Safety: Ensure all projects comply with relevant safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough project documentation, including status reports, schedules, and meeting minutes.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field and 4+ years of experience.
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira).
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards.
  • Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related process improvement methodologies.
  • Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) or ERP systems.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing project budgets.
  • Passion for building high-quality, mission-critical products.
WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Split time between office settings and the manufacturing floor, with exposure to machinery, noise, and dynamic production environments.
  • Willingness to travel as needed for supplier coordination, site visits, or customer engagements.
  • Flexibility to adjust schedules and hours to meet project demands.
Pay Range: $82,000.00 - $132,800.00The 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 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.

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