Job Information
Whirlpool Corporation Manager, Operations/Production in Pune, India
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.
The team you will be a part of
The Operations/Production team plans, directs and monitors all production activities within an assigned area or unit to maximize the use of the organization's resources and meet established production specifications, schedules and quality standards. Liaise with functional or operational area managers to understand their current and future product needs and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for integrating these needs into existing manufacturing activities.
This role in summary
To ensure that the yield of the Production line is in accordance with the required safety, quality, cost ,moral and productivity
Your responsibilities will include
Total productivity of the line
Responsible for the delivery, LGT (Line Go Through), OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), scrap cost reduction, quality & productivity of Production line
Analyze and bridge gaps in production against capacity by identifying pain areas, preparing action plan and driving the change with CFT (Cross Functional Team)
Ensure overall yield of the CRF, cabinet foaming and pre-foaming ,final all areas
Quality maintenance and safety
Keep a check on parameters like scrap cost and CAL (Customer Assurance Lab) A defects related to cabinet foaming
Monitor LGT related to CHU-In (Component Hookup Unit), OEE and A defects
Monitor safety snd quality QCO requirements
People Management
Engage and align the workforce to the productivity objectives and targets
Monitor yield, OEE, scrap and LGT on the line on daily basis
Address and resolve IR (Industrial relations) and safety issues on the production line
Minimum requirements
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
B.Tech/B.E. (in Mechanical/Production)
AGE
30 to 35
EXP.
9-12 years
Preferred skills and experiences
- Prefereable Industries:
Home appliance
Automobile
TECHNICAL
Knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing
Experience in using Kaizen, 6 sigma and continuous improvement tools
Knowledge of Quality control tools
Preferred knowledge/experience with MOST (Maynard Operation Sequence Technique) study/ work study
Use problem solving tools like Opex
Coordination with CFTs
MANAGERIAL
Unleash talent – develop & inspire people to deliver extraordinary results & contribute to their full potential
One Whirlpool – breakdown barriers, team with others and win together Thorough knowledge of all business functions
Knowledge of the processes of design & projects teams
Basic knowledge of HR and IR
Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
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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.