Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Requisition ID: 68606 

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at  

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Machine Shop Process Engineer opening to join our KitchenAid organization. This is an onsite role for our Greenville, OH location. 

You will serve as a project leader and technical resource  in the development and application of CNC (computerized numerical control) equipment, Automation, Conveyors, Polishers required to fabricate our internal parts across a variety of backshop processes. You will be responsible for cost and quality improvements and supporting daily operations to achieve division goals.

Relocation is available for eligible candidates.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• Identify, analyze and solve manufacturing process issues and equipment related problems to continuously improve  Business KPIs results for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost,  and People.

• Drive machine shop process improvements through the use of lean manufacturing concepts and tools.

• Work and lead the improvements in the equipment to achieve our OEE ( Overall Equipment Effectiveness) Targets required to achieve our volume goals

• Provide technical support to technicians and work teams and serve as technical resource for the department.

• Support the day to day operations

• Scope, order and assure proper implementation of new processes & equipment;

• Determine root cause of problems and implement corrective & preventive actions utilizing methods from lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.

• Direct cross functional process improvement projects with the assistance of team members from all aspects of the division.

• Analyze, evaluate and document standards according to quality system requirements such as Standard operating procedures, Control Plans, and FMEAs

• Provide a critical link between the department and other process partners such as product design, assembly, paint, maintenance, safety, quality, etc.

• Initiate problem solving and conduct root cause analysis working with the team.

• Implement cost saving projects and special assignments as required

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering 

• 3+ years of Manufacturing experience in an Engineering role 

• Backshop experience (CNC, Automation, Polishers, Robots etc)

• Strong knowledge of lean principles and the ability to apply them in order to establish and/or improve processes

• Working knowledge of GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing)

• 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

• Experience in a manufacturing related environment with a good understanding of plant operations

• Solid decision-making and judgment skills

• Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks

• Controls and robotics experience 

• Proven problem solving skills - Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies
  
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Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).

Whirlpool's Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day.  We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:

• Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. 
• Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
• Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

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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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