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About JLG, an Oshkosh company
JLG 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.
The Manufacturing Engineer Associate at our Jefferson City, TN facility will provide hands-on engineering support to assembly operations, with a focus on improving production performance, reducing downtime, and supporting line resources. This entry-level role will develop and maintain assembly work instructions, track and analyze downtime, and work directly with production and engineering teams to identify and implement line improvements.
This is an opportunity to gain hands-on manufacturing engineering experience while making a direct impact on safety, quality, efficiency, and throughput.
YOUR IMPACT
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
Provide hands-on engineering support to assembly operations, troubleshooting production issues and implementing improvements.
Develop, maintain, and improve assembly work instructions to support safe, consistent, and efficient production.
Track and analyze production downtime to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities to improve equipment and line performance.
Partner with Manufacturing Engineers, Production Supervisors, and team members to improve line efficiency, throughput, and overall performance.
Evaluate assembly processes, work content, tooling, and line resources to identify and implement improvements.
Support engineering changes, new product introductions, and process changes on the manufacturing floor.
Assist with the design and implementation of tooling, fixtures, and other manufacturing solutions.
Utilize Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to reduce waste and improve production flow.
Prepare basic engineering documentation, layouts, drawings, and reports in accordance with engineering standards.
Support projects and improvement initiatives while adhering to established timelines and project requirements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS
Internship, co-op, or previous hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
Exposure to assembly operations, manufacturing processes, or production support.
Experience developing or working with manufacturing work instructions.
Familiarity with downtime tracking, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
Experience with CAD software and ability to interpret engineering drawings.
Strong analytical and hands-on problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with production employees, supervisors, and engineering teams.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.
This position is based in a manufacturing or production environment and may involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery, or temperature fluctuations.
The role may require standing for extended periods, repetitive motions, lifting items up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, climbing, or using tools and equipment.
Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when required.
Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace.
Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to all essential job functions.
Pay Range: $57,600.00 - $90,400.00
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.
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