Graphics Applicator

About the role

The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment leverages the power of our people, brands, and strength in technology to improve the safety, cleanliness, and productivity of our communities. The Vocational segment includes market leading brands McNeilus, Oshkosh S-Series, IMT, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Airport Products, and Frontline Communications.

Our purpose-built products serve our communities with carefully designed and engineered refuse trucks, front-discharge mixer trucks, fire apparatus, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting trucks, service vehicles, and command trucks. Our products are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Job Summary

The position, Graphics I, is responsible for applying various graphics to emergency apparatus according to specified customer orders. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot issues with application effectively. This position also requires maintaining orders for the laser engraver and delegating work to teammates according to workflow.

Your Impact

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail for precise alignment, trimming, and positioning to ensure a professional finish
• Exhibit manual dexterity and steady hand-eye coordination when applying vinyl, decals, and wraps
• Apply knowledge of materials and tools, including vinyl types, adhesives, squeegees, heat guns, and cutting tools
• Perform thorough surface preparation to support long-lasting adhesion
• Utilize problem-solving skills to navigate irregular surfaces, environmental factors, or misalignments
• Interpret graphic layouts and installation guides accurately
• Manage time effectively to complete tasks within schedule constraints
• Interpret and communicate design layouts, work orders, and prints to accurately prepare patterns and products
• Measure and mark up truck with striping layout
• Pre-fit/pre-cut material pieces
• Prepare numbers and letters for application to truck (weeding/masking)
• Apply striping, numbers, letters, and emblems to vehicles according to layout specifications
• Disassemble and reassemble small components of vehicles as needed
• Prioritize the work based upon schedule
• Troubleshoot issues that may delay application
• Design and operate laser engraver
• Operate graphics printers and plotters
• Modify designs and drawings as needed to match and fit the intended layout on the vehicle
• Perform product inspections and final sign off
• Collect and maintain record stats and process control
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education or two-three years of related experience and/or training

Standout Qualifications

• Ability to use tape measure.
• Ability to use various small and pneumatic hand tools.

• Ability to use various software such as World, Corel Draw, Composer, Excel, and Word
• 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.

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