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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.

The Manufacturing Trainer will be responsible for teaching assembly processes and techniques related to pre-conditioned air units (PC Air) within the Oshkosh Vocational Segment. This training may occur in small groups or within a LIVE manufacturing environment. The trainer may work independently or with other trainers to develop and deliver effective instruction. The ideal candidate will establish strong communication and positive working relationships with all team members and students while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Your Impact:

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned.

• Provide training on Assembly operations and techniques used in the pre conditioned air units.

• Facilitate Level 1 and 2 Volterra High-Voltage training in accordance with safety and manufacturing standards.

• Coach and support team members to perform tasks safely and effectively following company policies and safety rules.

• Create and deliver online, written, and LIVE training curriculum and materials.

• Conduct Training Needs and Task Analyses to identify skill gaps and opportunities for improvement.

• Develop training materials using the ADDIE model.

• Demonstrate how to use JDE2 and navigate technical systems such as Pierce Truck Builder and ProPlanner.

• Provide instruction on the proper use of assembly tools and equipment, including torque tools, cranes, and testing devices.

• Train team members to interpret and follow standard work instructions within ProPlanner and report completion results accurately.

• Guide trainees on quality inspection techniques, identifying and resolving discrepancies in assembly processes.

• Build and maintain training props and visual aids for hands-on learning experiences.

• Collaborate with leadership to continuously improve training programs and ensure alignment with manufacturing goals.

• Must have the flexibility to work varied schedules to accommodate training needs across shifts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.

• Minimum five (5) years of assembly or manufacturing experience, preferably within vehicle or equipment assembly.

• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical assembly, electrical systems, and/or brazing.

• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Standout Qualifications:

• Possess a current EPA Section 608 Certification or have the ability to obtain the certification.

• Previous training or teaching experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Publisher).

• Proven curriculum development and facilitation experience.

• Ability to read assembly prints, schematics, and blueprints.

• Experience with ProPlanner and Pierce Truck Builder.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to motivate and engage learners.

• Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative training methods and materials.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with remote leadership.

• Familiarity with Volterra vehicle systems and High-Voltage Safety Standards.

• Previous experience working on Pierce Product.

• Previous experience working on PC Air units

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email 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.