Supplier Quality Engineer

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

Whirlpool is currenty seeking qualified candidates for a Supplier Quality Engineer. This is an onsite role at our Clyde, Ohio location.

A Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible to work with various departments and suppliers, to diagnose root causes of defects and take the actions necessary to rectify the defect(s) internally and with our supply base. Serve in the lead role to assure that assigned suppliers fully comply with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and 8D (Eight Disciplines) processes. Duties also include assisting the department leadership team with essential functions and daily activities, as required.

Will report directly to the Supplier Quality Engineering group. Must be available for all shifts.

Your responsibilities will include

Develop and maintain strong product knowledge.

Provide Rapid Response diagnostic services and initiate appropriate actions to address supplier-related assembly line issues.

Drive CAL and Reliability evaluation processes.

Validate and execute non-conforming part containment procedures and provide reports.

Monitor line returns and non-conforming parts and take the proper corrective actions with assigned suppliers.

Drive the corrective action process to completion.

Develop and process kaizens to drive continuous improvement in addressing supplier quality-related issues. Support SQE (Supplier Quality Engineering) group on assigned supplier improvement projects.

Provide leadership and training for Supplier Quality organization.

Provide Quality Engineering support for trial runs.

Support all Plant strategies, methodologies, and initiatives.

Lead assigned supplier improvement projects and travel to supplier locations as necessary to evaluate issues.

Complete PPAPs for assigned suppliers and fully support new product introduction cost, quality, and model line projects.

Work closely with quality and process engineers to support their needs

Work closely with suppliers to guide them through 8D problem solving and 8 Stages methodology as well as PPAP guidance.

Work closely with other departments (materials & support) to problem solve.

Work with quality engineers to identify problems with high PPM parts

Minimum requirements

Bachelor’s Degree   1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Preferred skills and experiences

Prior experience with administrative responsibilities  Experience working with Electronic components

Experience working with PPAPsExcellent organizational and time-management abilities

Attention to detail

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), and an Adept at the use of Google Suite;
Sheets, Docs and Slides Excellent interpersonal/communication skills

Proven leadership abilities

Proven ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks

All required WCM (World Class Manufacturing) Quality Tool Certifications, particularly 8D Problem Solving and Kaizen methodology

BluePrint and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) experience or training Able to use advanced shop mathematics, read highly…