Industrial Engineer

Whirlpool, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Whirlpool employee discount

Fitness reimbursement programs

Two-week work from anywhere

Sabbatical after five years

Job summary

Whirlpool, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Engineer based in Tulsa, OK. The role involves leading projects to enhance manufacturing processes through World Class Manufacturing tools and continuous improvement initiatives.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years in a manufacturing setting with strong analytical and leadership skills. Benefits include a generous package, flexible work arrangements, and relocation support for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of industrial engineering or continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead ergonomic studies and lean activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Develop a project pipeline for cost takeout.
• Assist in developing optimized workflows.
• Lead multiple Kaizens with minimal oversight.

Skills

Data analytical skills

Problem-solving techniques

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MODAPTS

Proplanner tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Industrial Engineer – onsite, Tulsa, OK. This role involves leading and driving change through the implementation of World Class Manufacturing tools to solve problems and make improvements throughout the Tulsa manufacturing plant or other Whirlpool Facility. The engineer will own costing and projects regarding continuous improvement, and the efficient use of the plant's human resources, and lead all activities associated with labor utilization for operational areas assigned.

Responsibilities

• Be active in ergonomic studies and lean activities to determine safety and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Lead cost studies to determine best product flow in the plant and product features.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insight into how to minimize labor requirements and determine assembly sequence.
• Use strong data analytical skills to drive continuous improvement through detailed analytics.
• Develop a project pipeline for cost takeout/loss removal, working closely with finance to validate potential savings.
• Assist in developing and implementing optimized workflows, layouts, and methods to enhance production flow, minimize waste, and improve resource utilization using lean principles.
• Ensure new models or parts efficiently integrate into operations.
• Support WCM implementation by providing leadership to the continuous improvement group.
• Lead and manage multiple Kaizens of various complexity with minimal oversight.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of industrial engineering or continuous improvement experience.

Preferred Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline with experience in lean manufacturing, time studies, or process optimization.
• Strong background in World Class Manufacturing (WCM).
• Strong knowledge of MODAPTS, Proplanner tools, and AutoCAD.
• Creative problem‑solving techniques and the ability to accomplish tasks and objectives.
• Outstanding organization, communication, and leadership skills.
• Competent on PC and mainframe systems related to responsibilities.
• Understanding of factory costs and strong financial acumen.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness and educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more.
• Always on flexibility – autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
• Two-week work from anywhere – minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
• Sabbatical – four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

Relocation available for eligible candidates.

No visa sponsorship is being provided by the company at this time.

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.