Analyst, Engineering

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 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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Whirlpool is seeking qualified candidates for an Analyst, Engineering. This role will support the Greenville operation by identifying the main losses to attack, using problem solving and industrial engineering tools, as well as supporting the implementation and expansion of the WO (Workplace Organization) pillar and the implementation of the focused improvement pillar.

• Identify, lead and implement cost savings, safety and quality projects, aligned to improve the results of the company (Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost).
• Prioritize, scope and define projects (Own and other’s projects)
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow and improving layout and work stations.
• Use different methods and tools like problem solving tools, time studies, Kaizen, SMED, Tags, SOP, OPL, 7 WCM Tools (Prioritization, systematic, logical and detailed deployment of objectives, problem description with sketches, 5W+1H with 5G principles, Root cause analysis (4M+1D and 5 Whys), phenomena description with sketches, TWTTP (The way to teach people) and HERCA (Human Error Root Cause Analysis), 3M (Muri, Mura, Muda), line balancing).
• Analyze work stations using the MODAPTS methodology and create and update work instructions in Pro Planner
• Understand the losses and calculate cost and savings for the different projects.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs
• Determine immediate and future manpower, tooling and equipment requirements.
• Support the implementation of new products, designing and implementing lines and workstations in order to meet all the safety, productivity and quality requirements.
• Manage the continuous improvement building area where we design and build our racks, fixtures, prototypes, etc.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of experience implementing continuous improvement such as Kaizen or other similar continuous improvements
• 1+ years of experience designing and implementing new assembly lines and New Products

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
• Master degree
• Computer skills such as MS Office, Autocad, SAP and Google
• Pro Planner and MODAPTS system experience
• Leadership
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Problem solving, conflict resolution and team building skills
• Valuing diversity of ideas, opinions, experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives needed to foster a competitive global business environment
• Work autonomously with little oversight and make prudent and informed decisions, often quickly and with limited information
• Highly detail-oriented and organized with excellent analytic and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced math skills and able to use measurement tools
• Creative

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).

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you…