Job Description

About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more.

The Operations Manager is responsible for leading production operations to ensure contractual commitments are met while driving operational excellence, efficiency, and profitability. This role oversees multiple production areas through a team of production supervisors and plays a critical role in advancing compliance standards for defense-related manufacturing. The position requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to drive performance in a dynamic, high-mix, low-volume environment.

YOUR IMPACT

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

• Lead and develop a team of production supervisors, overseeing approximately 60–70 indirect reports across multiple production lines
• Ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient production that meets delivery commitments and cost targets
• Drive performance across key metrics including safety, quality, delivery, labor efficiency, and overall throughput
• Oversee production of defense-related products, ensuring adherence to ITAR, export controls, and all applicable compliance requirements
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing engineering, project management, and supply chain to resolve production issues and improve processes
• Support and influence production scheduling, material flow, and inventory management to optimize operational performance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce inefficiencies, and improve overall manufacturing processes
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture that encourages problem solving, accountability, and cross-functional engagement
• Participate in union-related activities including grievance resolution and disciplinary processes in alignment with labor agreements
• Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure operations remain within financial targets
• Support organizational changes and transformation efforts related to defense manufacturing and compliance readiness

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Eight plus years of related work experience

• Strong background in defense manufacturing with working knowledge of ITAR and export control requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, planning, and decision-making capabilities

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience leading leaders in a manufacturing environment, including supervision of production supervisors
• Proven ability to lead in fast-paced, high-change environments and drive teams through operational transformation
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of production flow, assembly operations, and inventory management
• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functions including engineering, supply chain, and operations
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and adapt to evolving business needs

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Pay Range:

The 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 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.