Change Control Specialist Sr

Oshkosh Corporation•Town of Grand Chute, WI

2d•$73,200 - $117,800

About The Position

The Change Control Specialist Sr leads and manages the analysis, planning, and coordination of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs). The role supports timely and effective implementation of changes across relevant processes while minimizing disruption, obsolescence, and scrap, optimizing inventory usage, and maintaining alignment with organizational objectives. The specialist coordinates the change-notice process across Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Suppliers; supports new part numbers and bills of materials; establishes quality feedback and training mechanisms; and conducts supply-and-demand analysis. The position also coordinates change cut-in dates, supports aftermarket and field replacement requirements, participates in New Product Development projects, and provides leadership to a team.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
5 to 10 years of experience in operations, change management, CN coordination, bill of material structuring, or other relevant areas.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills and the ability to develop positive working relationships.
Comprehensive knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems.
Familiarity with bill of material structuring and JDE World and One World systems.
Proficiency with Smarteam, Windchill, and other change management tools.
Ability to analyze data and generate actionable reports to support decision-making.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the entire CN process in collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Suppliers.
Initiate and oversee the introduction of new part numbers and bills of materials, including effective material implementation and disposition.
Develop and implement feedback mechanisms for quality assurance of change notices, including training programs to ensure adherence to SOPs.
Approve, disapprove, or reassign tasks in the Reliance Change Management System (RCM) as needed.
Conduct supply-and-demand analysis to determine material requirements.
Work with Purchasing and Suppliers to establish cut-in dates for changes.
Coordinate with the Aftermarket team to meet future inventory and field replacement needs.
Ensure effective communication of changes to Manufacturing.
Work with the Service Center to maintain accurate bills, service manuals, and field campaign needs.
Participate in New Product Development projects and support smooth transitions from old to new product lines.
Establish and maintain strong interdepartmental relationships for successful CN implementation.
Provide leadership to a team, supporting engagement, accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with departmental goals.