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.

SUMMARY

Drives and facilitate Advance Quality and Development projects to ensure a supply chain capable of providing increased flexibility and responsiveness, improved utilization of assets, improved quality and reduction of overall cost.  Leads/supports improvement process with suppliers for mutual and sustainable benefits for Supplier.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibility upon hire is to assist in the development and implementation of standardized and documented Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes for successful supplier PPAPs through robust upfront technical reviews, identification of error proofing opportunities, lessons learnt, etc. Measure baseline performance of current supplier, utilizing a scorecard methodology. Work cross-functionally with various departments on supplier and new products performance and development. Post implementation focus will shift to further improvement of current and new supplier performance. Plan audit schedule for potential new suppliers, track & ensure closure of action items. Support Strategic Purchasing strategies by regular audit of supply base, and on-boarding of new suppliers. Promote and utilize Lean Manufacturing tools. Promote and utilize Six Sigma methodology. Manage more than one project at a time. Travel to Supplier locations. Work with Manufacturing Quality to identify Supplier-related improvements. Work with Engineering to communicate Supplier competencies and capabilities. All other duties and responsibilities that are reasonably assigned by the employer or its designee.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in engineering of hydraulics or related field of study.5 or more years of experience in the field of hydraulic category.Fluency in oral and written English.Good communication and teamwork spirit.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in quality engineering and/or manufacturing engineering.Project Management experience.Supplier Quality background with thorough understanding of supplier performance measurement.Experience with process and documentation audits.Engineering background with a working knowledge of Quality, Manufacturing, and Procurement.Knowledge of data gathering and analysis techniques, with a good understanding of statistical and root cause analysis.Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and concepts, ability to assist supplier in process development.Ability to read an engineering drawing with knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing a plus.Knowledge or exposure to Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).