Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Whirlpool, Inc.; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Attendance bonus

Employee discounts

Modern equipment

Air-conditioned facility

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Racine, Wisconsin, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to provide floor support, troubleshoot equipment issues, and assist with maintenance for accurate documentation in a manufacturing setting.

The role emphasizes identifying root causes, resolving problems independently or with SMEs, and collaborating with production to develop and modify SOPs and work instructions for minimal downtime and efficient processes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher in a technical field such as Industrial Maintenance, or Automated Manufacturing Systems Technology.
• Reading and interpreting complex electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical drawings/blueprints/schematics.
• Proficiency with automation and troubleshooting of robotic systems (Fanuc, KUKA) and motion control.
• Experience with RCA and formal problem-solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot down equipment and systems (mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic) using RCA, 5Why, and similar techniques.
• Interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and blueprints to diagnose issues.
• Analyze real-time equipment data to guide troubleshooting decisions and report issues to the ME team.
• Create and update process documentation including SOPs, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Support development and startup of new processes and equipment.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Robotic systems troubleshooting

SAP ERP

Google Suite

Lean/CI/WCM

Root cause analysis

Reading drawings

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Industrial Maintenance or Automated Manufacturing Systems Technology

Tools

Fanuc robots

KUKA robots

PLC programming

Robot motion control

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 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. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This role in summary

This position provides essential floor support, troubleshooting equipment issues, and assisting with maintenance to ensure accurate documentation within a manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician is responsible for identifying root causes of equipment issues, resolving problems independently or escalating to Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and ensuring smooth production operations. This includes collaborating with production teams to develop, review, and modify standard operating procedures and work instructions. This role serves as a critical technical resource to minimize downtime and maintain efficient manufacturing processes.

Your responsibilities will include

• Troubleshooting and Problem Solving:
  • Troubleshoot down equipment and systems (mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic) using root cause analysis (RCA), 5Why, and other problem-solving techniques.
  • Interpret and work from electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings to diagnose issues.
  • Analyze real-time equipment operating data (Digital Dashboard) to make informed troubleshooting decisions.
  • Report any machine issues to the day shift ME team.
• Technical Leadership and Documentation:
  • Serve as a technical resource and first line of engineering support for production and maintenance staff, providing day-to-day guidance.
  • Create and update process documentation, including standardized work, process sheets, PFMEAs, visual aids, and control plans.
  • Develop and audit standards according to quality system requirements such as SOPs, Risk Assessments, and LOTO procedures.
  • Keep detailed records of all maintenance, repairs, and installations.
  • Support the development, integration, and start-up of new processes and equipment.

Minimum requirements

• An Associate’s Degree or higher in a technical field such as Industrial Maintenance, or Automated Manufacturing Systems Technology
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and part drawings/blueprints/schematics.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and intermediate understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with industrial automation, including troubleshooting and basic programming/touch-ups of robotic systems (e.g., Fanuc, KUKA) and motion control.
• Demonstrated experience in root cause analysis and formal problem-solving methodologies.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP.
• Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement (CI), Lean principles, and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) tools.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work from elevated heights, including using ladders, raised platforms, caged lifts, and manual climbing on equipment up to 40 feet.
• Ability to work in confined space areas.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35-50 pounds and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance.
• Able to stand for long durations, bend over, twist, squat, and maneuver the body for troubleshooting activities.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain necessary licenses for mobile equipment (PIT, Overhead Crane, Personnel Lift).
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as required.

Why should you apply?

• Up to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k and other benefits available immediately
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities
• Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Appliance Discounts
• Team Focused Dynamic
• New and Modern Equipment
• Air Conditioned Facility

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