Continuous Improvement Lead - - Whirlpool
Fall River, MA
About the Job
Requisition ID: 62846
ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit and InSinkErator. In 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
This role in summary
Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Continuous Improvement Lead (Hourly) opening to join our Commercial Laundry organization. This is onsite role at our location in Fall River, MA.
As Continuous Improvement Lead (Hourly) you will serve as a technical resource and project leader in the development and application of production systems across a variety of manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for the cost, quality, and safety improvements while maintaining daily operations to achieve division goals.
Hours: 8 AM - 4:30 PM
Hourly Pay Rate: $29.75
Your responsibilities will include
Minimum requirements
Preferred skills and experiences
Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , Instagram and YouTube .
At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit and InSinkErator. In 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
This role in summary
Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Continuous Improvement Lead (Hourly) opening to join our Commercial Laundry organization. This is onsite role at our location in Fall River, MA.
As Continuous Improvement Lead (Hourly) you will serve as a technical resource and project leader in the development and application of production systems across a variety of manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for the cost, quality, and safety improvements while maintaining daily operations to achieve division goals.
Hours: 8 AM - 4:30 PM
Hourly Pay Rate: $29.75
Your responsibilities will include
- Identify, analyze and solve manufacturing process issues and equipment related problems using Word Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodology
- Initiate safety, cost, quality, and productivity improvements in the manufacturing operations
- Support, develop, and improve sheet metal forming and joining processes and related equipment in a high speed manufacturing environment
- Responsible for design, development, testing, and control of day to day, minor, and major projects involving tools, equipment, plant and manufacturing processes
- Provide technical support to technicians and work teams and serve as a technical resource for the department
- Provide technical support as required for product design, supplier quality and advanced product quality planning.
- Determine root cause of problems and implement corrective & preventive actions utilizing methods from lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
- Analyze, evaluate and document standards according to quality system requirements such as SOPs, Control Plans, and FMEAs
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or another STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field
- 1+ year of manufacturing work experience
Preferred skills and experiences
- Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, world-class manufacturing, and OPEX ( 6 sigma ) tools and the ability to apply them in order to establish manufacturing processes
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the specific ability to act as a team leader and interact at all layers within the organization
- Strong mechanical knowledge
- Excellent planning, project management, and leadership skills
- Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
- Solid decision-making and judgment skills
- Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks
- Problem-solving skills
- World Class Manufacturing (WCM) experience
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Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , Instagram and YouTube .
At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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