About Pierce, an Oshkosh company
At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.
The VP, Manufacturing for Pierce Manufacturing is a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for shaping and executing manufacturing strategies that drive operational excellence, productivity, and sustainable business growth. This role provides end-to-end leadership of production operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are consistently achieved.
This leader will guide performance across a mix of traditional highly customized discrete manufacturing with an on-going significant investment in selected automated operations and state-of-the-art high-flow production assembly lines supporting Fire Apparatus operations These investments are planned for implementation through 2026 and 2027 and are expected to deliver operational transformation resulting in significant production throughput while maintaining best-in-class quality.
In close partnership with internal and external stakeholders, including procurement partners, engineering, customers, etc., this leader drives continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and alignment with enterprise strategic priorities.
YOUR IMPACT:
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
Champion a safety-first, high-performance culture grounded in lean principles and accountability
Implement and sustain a Team Daily Management system that drives daily accountability, accelerates problem resolution, and embeds continuous improvement into the operating culture
Participate in the development and execute a comprehensive manufacturing strategy aligned with business objectives to drive competitive advantage
Lead the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies and digital solutions (Industry 4.0) to enhance operational capability and performance
Provide enterprise-level, cross-functional leadership across Manufacturing Operations, Quality, Materials, Maintenance, and Safety
Oversee production operations, including capacity planning and resource allocation, to optimize throughput, efficiency, and cost performance
Establish and sustain robust quality systems that meet or exceed customer and industry standards
Define, monitor, and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) to achieve operational excellence and continuous improvement
Own and manage manufacturing budgets, ensuring delivery against financial, operational, and strategic targets
Build, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team to support current operations and future growth
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, management, Business Administration, or related field.
Fifteen (15) or more years of experience in manufacturing.
Eight (8) or more years of management experience.
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:
Extensive leadership experience in heavy equipment manufacturing, with deep knowledge of vehicle production processes and quality systems
Demonstrated success leading highly automated, advanced manufacturing environments, including the application of Industry 4.0 technologies
Proven track record supporting large-scale, complex manufacturing operations
Strong executive leadership capability, with experience leading large, diverse teams through transformation and growth
Strategic mindset with a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
Deep understanding of manufacturing operations, quality systems, and supply chain integration
Strong financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and delivering measurable operational and financial results
Experience driving lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement cultures
Thorough knowledge of safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements within a manufacturing environment
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders
Pay Range:
$189,800.00 - $370,200.00The 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 [email protected].
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, management, Business Administration, or related field
- Fifteen (15) or more years of experience in manufacturing
- Eight (8) or more years of management experience
- Extensive leadership experience in heavy equipment or vehicle production processes and quality systems
- Demonstrated success leading highly automated, advanced manufacturing environments and applying Industry 4.0 technologies
- Proven track record supporting large-scale, complex manufacturing operations and transformations
- Experience driving lean manufacturing initiatives and embedding continuous improvement cultures
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing manufacturing budgets and delivering operational/financial results
- Thorough knowledge of safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements within a manufacturing environment
- Excellent communication and influencing skills for cross-functional and external stakeholder collaboration
Oshkosh Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Oshkosh Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Oshkosh Corporation.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as broad, including medical, dental, and vision options alongside disability and life insurance. Voluntary add-ons such as accident/critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and an employee assistance program further expand coverage breadth.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer matching and an employee stock purchase plan, alongside performance bonuses. Profit sharing and legacy pension arrangements are also referenced, suggesting multiple pathways for long-term financial support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports include flexible work schedules, some remote work options, fitness stipends, and wellness programs. Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support add value that complements cash compensation.
Oshkosh Corporation Insights
What We Do
Oshkosh Corporation is an industrial technology company that builds some of the industry’s toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We serve our everyday heroes – soldiers, firefighters, people working at great height, environmental and refuse workers – through incredible technology. And with a portfolio of leading brands, we can uniquely take innovation from one brand and apply it across our portfolio.
Why Work With Us
We make equipment that moves the world forward. With ~15,000 team members united under our People First culture, a career at Oshkosh is an opportunity to do more than just impact industries -- it's an opportunity to make a difference in the world around you, protecting those who protect us.
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