Manager, Control Engineering

Whirlpool; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Whirlpool employee discount

Fitness & educational reimbursement

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Findlay, OH is seeking a Manager, Control Engineering to lead process and industrial engineering staff in World Class Manufacturing driven improvements. This onsite role will shape capacity, safety and quality through strong leadership and budget justification.

You will develop teams, coach technical and leadership skills, and drive Lean initiatives across operations and Procurement to optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• 1+ years of Capital project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity and engagement of overall assembly operations through effective leadership.
• Champion World Class Manufacturing initiatives through your team of direct and indirect reports.
• Engage with all 10 technical pillars in World Class Manufacturing to broaden knowledge and coach teams on strategy and direction.
• Develop specific short-term and long-term plans and programs to improve productivity and capacity and prepare the necessary budgets and justifications for these projects.
• Support Operations and Procurement to drive Lean and continuous improvement both internally and externally through Supply Chain.
• Champion diversity and inclusion behaviors by proactively seeking and valuing all types of diversity and work to bring out the contributions of everyone.
• Build organizational capability through proactive coaching of your direct reports on skill-building and career development.

Job description

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As 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, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. 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 WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is looking for a qualifed candidate for the role of Manager, Control Engineering. This role is located in Findlay, OH and will be onsite 5 days a week.

Manage process and industrial engineering staff to execute continuous improvement projects aligned with World Class Manufacturing methodology, capacity projects, and risk to business projects. This role will be a significant contributor to the plant’s World Class Manufacturing route map strategy and execution, while developing team members in both technical and leadership acumen.

Your responsibilities will include

• Drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity and engagement of overall assembly operations through effective leadership
• Champion World Class Manufacturing initiatives through your team of direct and indirect reports
• Engage with all 10 technical pillars in World Class Manufacturing to broaden knowledge and coach teams on strategy and direction
• Develop specific short-term and long-term plans and programs to improve productivity and capacity and prepare the necessary budgets and justifications for these projects.
• Support Operations and Procurement to drive Lean and continuous improvement both internally and externally through Supply Chain.
• Champion diversity and inclusion behaviors by proactively seeking and valuing all types of diversity and work to bring out the contributions of everyone.
• Build organizational capability through proactive coaching of your direct reports on skill-building and career development.
• Drive continuous improvement in the organizational, technical and business information processes/systems through lean/innovative thinking/ideas.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science
• 5 + years of manufacturing engineering experience
• 1+ years of Capital project management experience

Preferred skills and experiences

• Degree in Industrial Engineering
• Driving lean principles and philosophies and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) initiatives
• Competence in PC and mainframe applications related to responsibilities
• Successfully leading, coaching, and developing direct reports to build organizational capability
• Proven ability to drive alignment and results across matrixed, cross-functional teams (e.g., Quality, Maintenance, Production)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including managing conflict and providing an engaging work environment
• Confidence to take calculated risks, implement new ideas, and drive for and sustain change
• Strong ability to manage priorities, expectations, and accountabilities in a change environment
• Experience in a matrixed organization
• Experience in attracting and developing talented people and 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

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.
• 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.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

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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.