About IMT, an Oshkosh company

It takes many different people, skills and talents to keep Iowa Mold Tooling on the leading edge of our markets.  IMT has evolved into a leading manufacturer of service vehicles and material handling systems. Our reputation for quality, value, and performance is evident in our products, which reach a worldwide market in the mining, construction, tire service, railroad, and utility industries. IMT products can be found practically everywhere, from Romanian coal mines to Indonesian oil fields to your local Goodyear dealer. Equipped with the latest in manufacturing technology and equipment and teams that are continually striving for new developments and refinements, IMT will continue to set a standard of excellence in the design, manufacturing, performance, and delivery of high-quality products.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Manager - Quality Assurance will be responsible for the quality of all purchased material for the facility. Work closely with suppliers to develop and continuously improve quality processes and systems. Work with employee teams and managers while exhibiting a professional and cooperative attitude. Plan and supervise work of assigned employees to manage and support department and operational goals.  Develop team skillset, versatility, and bench strength. 

This position will be based onsite at our IMT Facility in Garner, Iowa.

YOUR IMPACT

• Lead a small team of quality inspectors to oversee quality processes, inspections, and much more.

• Plan and oversee the work of assigned team members in final product inspection and in process quality check points so team members are successful and meet schedules and solve quality pro

• Train team to ISO, applicable certification, regulation, workmanship, fleet, and compliance standards.

• Manage incoming inspections for internal/external products.

• Manage the disposition and preparation for release to ship.

• Ensure coverage of all critical quality inspection functions and maintain uninterrupted quality.

• Develop quality team skill set through mentorship and coaching and responsible for interviewing and performance reviews.

• Responsible for identifying team needs, managing spend to budget, scope and quote equipment/services, and develop capital spend justifications and proposals

• Communicate problems effectively within Quality and other departments.

• Educate and enforce quality, safety, and 5S standards and processes, and recommend changes as opportunities arise on production floor.

• Responsible for changes needed in machines, processes, materials, and assembly. Champion process improvements and lead Kaizen events.

• Responsible for all internal SQA operations, budgets and personnel

• Implement quality standards and serve as the management representative responsible for quality programs

• Develop quality programs that exceed customer expectations and requirements while meeting cost targets

• Accurately maintain company records and documents in accordance with policies and procedures

• Responsible for the development and continuous improvement of supplier certification programs.

• Responsible for supplier audits and corrective/preventative actions

• Develop audit training manual

• Responsible for coordinating supplier analysis of failed components including account debits as required

• Report and respond to supplier quality nonconformance issues. Develop and implement effective corrective/preventative actions utilizing structured planning methods

• Support housekeeping and safety

• Ensure personnel in departments have adequate resources to perform their jobs

• Coordinate and resolve supplier quality issues

• Must exhibit the ability to proactively plan and execute plans in accordance with established time constraints

• Must be willing to complete additional advanced training/educational courses as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in quality, Business, Operations Management, or related field and 5 (five) plus years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
   

WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT:

• Prior experience working in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.

• Prior experience leading in a unionized facility.

• Experience in weld, CNC machining, or paint.

• Prior experience leading ISO site certifications.

• Knowledge of measuring devices, gages, tooling, CMM

• Knowledge of industry standards (ASME/AWS, DOT)

• Ability to plan and organize projects.

• Good communication skills both verbal and written.

Pay Range:

$82,900.00 - $134,300.00

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.