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Whirlpool Corporation Continuous Improvement Lead - in Fall River, Massachusetts
Requisition ID: 62846
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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) experienceRSRWH
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