Quality Tech - 2nd Shift

Oshkosh Delivery, part of Oshkosh Corporation, is dedicated to redefining the future of last-mile and commercial delivery. We design and manufacture advanced delivery vehicles that are durable, efficient, and sustainable, focusing on reliability, driver experience, and cutting-edge technology.

About the role

The Quality Technician will complete inspection and testing tasks in the production, quality, and testing areas of the Spartanburg Plant. These tasks may involve supplier parts or Oshkosh-assembled parts, sub-assemblies, or completed vehicles. The technician will use the plant’s Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to record findings and may participate in plant-level start-up or daily review meetings.

Responsibilities

• Utilize inspection work instructions, checklists, and control plans to complete inspections and tests on “in-process” vehicles and sub-assemblies.
• Complete inspections, sorting, and minor rework on purchased components to support production requirements.
• Record inspection and test findings using the MES system and other tools.
• Interface with production operators to address challenging assembly processes requiring additional inspection.
• Participate in plant start-up and daily review meetings, reporting inspection and test findings.
• Conduct testing and drive evaluations on completed vehicles.
• Create summary reports of inspection and test findings.
• Participate in continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and 8D team meetings.
• Use CMM to measure incoming parts and in-process vehicles (training provided).
• Verify DC torque tools using torque monitoring equipment.
• Use hand tools (calipers, micrometers, go/no-go gages) to verify components.
• Inspect sheet metal surface quality and paint quality.
• Contain suspect vehicles and perform inspections/tests as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Basic computer, math, and reading skills.
• General understanding of testing equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for leadership and team interactions.
• Team-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous automotive experience.
• At least six months of experience as an Inspection or Quality Technician.

Skills

• Being Observant: Alert to changes within or outside documented processes.
• Analyzing: Ability to comprehend information and maintain a logical approach.
• Accountability: Responsible for the consequences of one’s actions.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to focus on and address details.
• Team-Oriented: Works well with others and values team goals.
• Cooperation: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals.
• Flexible: Adapts to change with minimal resistance.
• Identification with Management: Understands, accepts, and carries out leadership decisions.
• Initiative: Recognizes and acts on opportunities proactively.
• Insight: Gains understanding of situations, problems, and processes.
• Ability to Meet Standards: Commits to completing tasks, jobs, or projects as required.
• Quality Focused: Strives for continuous improvement and high-quality standards.
• Integrity: Adheres to standards, values, and code of conduct.
• Reliability: Consistently completes assigned tasks and meets deadlines.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.