Senior Analyst- Materials Engineering

Overview

About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life  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, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . 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.

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The Engineering team discovers, develops and evaluates new product ideas, enhancements, or strategic product extensions, and translates research discoveries into usable and marketable products. Leads, plans and tracks all phases of the product life cycle, from inception to introduction into the marketplace. Coordinates with various functions to ensure successful product development and implementation.

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Analyst in Materials Engineering. This is an on-site role at our Clyde, OH location.

The purpose of this role is to provide technical leadership, lead projects, and oversee the Materials Engineering group within our manufacturing plant to successfully execute World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Logistics & Customer Service (LCS), to optimize end-to-end material flow and deliver best-in-class service at the lowest cost possible.

The Materials Engineering Lead is accountable to drive continuous improvement through the planning and execution of lean events and activities. They must also “champion” lean through daily coaching in lean tools and WCM methodologies. These activities must be prioritized and organized to deliver both short-term and long-term goals and activities in accordance with business objectives.

• Responsible for all material engineering processes throughout the plant.
• Operations/People management - coaching and developing material engineering technicians, supervisors and hourly associates through a daily presence on the floor, ensuring successful safety, quality, delivery, cost in all processes
• Putting lean into practice - using lean WCM tools to drive continuous improvement projects related to improving material management and material flow
• Takes ownership of key results and associated activities to achieve them.

• Bachelors Degree
• 4+ years of experience working in a Supply Chain or manufacturing environment, including engineering experience.

• Experience in Materials Engineering
• Project Management, demonstrated ability to lead successful projects
• Knowledge of Industry Standards
• Proficient in Google Suite as an asset, MS Office, Access, Project, ERP systems (SAP)
• Strong understanding of lean concepts along with a proven track record of driving continuous improvement via lean tools.
• Ability to grow individual and organizational competency through proactive coaching and mentoring.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated success in a “teaming” environment.

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday, 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.
• Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

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