Manager, Operations​/Production

Requisition  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 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas
-41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at   This role in summary

Whirlpoo is  seeking a qualified candidate for a Manager, Operations & Production to join our Clyde Operation located in Clyde, OH. This position will provide leadership in strategic decision making as well as manage operational excellence for our pressroom and plastics departments. This role requires leadership of an operations function utilizing world-class manufacturing methodology to deliver key business metrics. This position is responsible for managing processes and people to meet metrics inclusive of safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Your responsibilities will include

Drive safety, quality, delivery, and productivity of the department and Operations through effective leadership

Lead the development and execution of Operational Strategic Initiatives at Clyde Operations including operationalizing and leading WCM and providing strategic vision within the Factory Master Plan Provide direction to the team to focus and deliver KPIsChampion diversity and inclusion behaviors

Proactively seek and value all types of diversity and work to bring out the contributions of everyone

Actively coach and provide feedback to peers, subordinates, and others as appropriate developing future talent

Build organizational capability through proactive coaching of the direct reports on skill-building and career development

Drive and lead continuous improvement in the organizational, technical and business information processes/systems through Lean/innovative thinking/ideas plant wide

Be a proactive leader of lean manufacturing and WCM methodologies in business processes and lead the organization in the enterprise-wide lean implementation

Manage all financial aspects of the business

Minimum requirements

Bachelors Degree 5+ years of Manufacturing experience Preferred skills and experiences

World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Pillars Lean principles and philosophies

Core understanding of business metrics measuring Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost Experience driving Operational Excellence initiatives

Continuous Improvement (CI) operations within established quality systemsPC and mainframe applications related to responsibilities

Willingness to take calculated risks, implement new ideas, drive for results and sustain change

Coach, mentor, lead and inspire an engaging work environment

Champion for challenging existing practices and driving innovative solutions

Interpersonal skills and ability to manage conflict resolution

Manage priorities and accountabilities

Attract and develop talented people as well as effectively allocating and utilizing resources

What we offer

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).Additional information

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