Oshkosh Corporation
Assembly Technician - Mid Level
Oshkosh Corporation, New Hudson, Michigan, United States, 48165
About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company
Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.
OVERVIEW:
This position will have an important role on the Corvette ZO6 GT3 Assembly Team and have responsibilities both at the shop and track.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS
: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Mechanic Oversight
Provide direction, communicate requirements, and ensure accountability to team and company objectives.
Mentoring and training of Junior and Level 1 mechanics to align process and quality of work with overall team expectation.
Identify opportunities for improvement and lead the plan to realize improvements.
Support and guide Junior Mechanics (Assembly Tech) to follow processes and use resources available to complete tasks accurately and timely.
Vehicle Preparation
Build and prepare vehicle ahead of each event ensuring that all tasks have been accounted for according to the build sheet.
Build subassemblies using build specifications and drawings.
Work closely with Build Manger and Engineer to prioritize vehicle reliability and performance development.
Car assemblies to the drawings and engineering requirements.
Refine and develop thorough practices and understanding of all subsystems and assemblies of the vehicles.
Trackside Execution
Responsible to ensure that the mechanics and the car are ready to execute all phases of the event:
Vehicle service and preparation
Additional team tasks (setup/teardown/etc.)
Shop Execution
Organization and cleanliness of work area.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be assigned as required.
Support Pratt Miller initiatives, marketing events, and general development as necessary.
Provide feedback on product needs and processes.
Develop leadership skills.
Work with the Build Manager, Engineers, and Operations Manager to create a common level of preparation on vehicle.
Positive and team-first attitude.
Look for and identify ways to improve your skillset.
Bring any issues to the Supervisor and Operations Manager for solutions.
Focus on learning and enhancing understanding of the vehicle systems.
Additional team tasks (setup/teardown/etc.).
Some travel may be required.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Preferred Motorsports experience with a focus on mechanical vehicle preparation, car development, and event execution.
SAE Certification preferred.
Experience with automotive repair.
Experience working in a small team to achieve program goals and continuously improve.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Stress may occur periodically.
Physical labor is a regular part of daily work.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
Long hours may be required at times.
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 an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law 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.
Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.
OVERVIEW:
This position will have an important role on the Corvette ZO6 GT3 Assembly Team and have responsibilities both at the shop and track.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS
: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Mechanic Oversight
Provide direction, communicate requirements, and ensure accountability to team and company objectives.
Mentoring and training of Junior and Level 1 mechanics to align process and quality of work with overall team expectation.
Identify opportunities for improvement and lead the plan to realize improvements.
Support and guide Junior Mechanics (Assembly Tech) to follow processes and use resources available to complete tasks accurately and timely.
Vehicle Preparation
Build and prepare vehicle ahead of each event ensuring that all tasks have been accounted for according to the build sheet.
Build subassemblies using build specifications and drawings.
Work closely with Build Manger and Engineer to prioritize vehicle reliability and performance development.
Car assemblies to the drawings and engineering requirements.
Refine and develop thorough practices and understanding of all subsystems and assemblies of the vehicles.
Trackside Execution
Responsible to ensure that the mechanics and the car are ready to execute all phases of the event:
Vehicle service and preparation
Additional team tasks (setup/teardown/etc.)
Shop Execution
Organization and cleanliness of work area.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be assigned as required.
Support Pratt Miller initiatives, marketing events, and general development as necessary.
Provide feedback on product needs and processes.
Develop leadership skills.
Work with the Build Manager, Engineers, and Operations Manager to create a common level of preparation on vehicle.
Positive and team-first attitude.
Look for and identify ways to improve your skillset.
Bring any issues to the Supervisor and Operations Manager for solutions.
Focus on learning and enhancing understanding of the vehicle systems.
Additional team tasks (setup/teardown/etc.).
Some travel may be required.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Preferred Motorsports experience with a focus on mechanical vehicle preparation, car development, and event execution.
SAE Certification preferred.
Experience with automotive repair.
Experience working in a small team to achieve program goals and continuously improve.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Stress may occur periodically.
Physical labor is a regular part of daily work.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
Long hours may be required at times.
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 an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law 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.