Technical Publications Manager

About JLG, an Oshkosh company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products-including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories-can be found all over the world.

The Technical Publications Manager leads the development and delivery of accurate, high-quality technical content aligned with product and business objectives. This role provides leadership to the publications team, ensures efficient and standardized processes, and partners cross-functionally to support product launches and compliance requirements. The manager also drives continuous improvement in tools, workflows, and content quality.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technical specialists to ensure high performance, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Manage workload forecasting, resource allocation, and prioritization to meet deadlines and project milestones.
• Manage external documentation vendors or contractors, including scope definition, performance oversight, and budget management.
• Establish, standardize, and continuously improve documentation processes, workflows, tools, and quality standards.
• Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Service, Manufacturing, etc. to ensure accurate and timely documentation.
• Lead documentation efforts for product changes, ensuring accurate updates and version control across all publications.
• Ensure all publications meet quality standards, brand guidelines, and regulatory requirements (e.g., safety, legal, industry standards).
• Drive adoption of best practices, emerging technologies, and metrics to enhance documentation effectiveness and user experience.
• Oversee the use and optimization of structured authoring tools, and publishing platforms to drive efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate in the development of Technical Publications horizon plan and execute the implementation process throughout the department.
• Display servant leadership style which puts "People First".
• Lead and communicate department principles and vision for future.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree with six or more years of experience in Technical Publications or in a related area, OR equivalent combination of both education and experience
• Ability to travel 15%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with PTC Arbortext, Windchill, Creo Illustrate, Adobe FrameMaker, etc.
• Master's degree in the field or a related area.
• Knowledge and experience with developer-focused platforms, frameworks, and tools.
• Experience in understanding and working with engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.

#LI-AG1

Pay Range:

$103,300.00 - $177,700.00

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.