Material Flow Engineer (Analyst, Engineering)

Whirlpool, Inc.; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Employee discount

Education reimbursement

On-site amenities

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Cleveland, TN seeks a Material Flow Engineer to drive daily production support and lean improvements. You will lead capital projects, rack design for new products, and WCM initiatives while collaborating with multiple departments to maximize safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, root cause analysis, and kaizen leadership, with a focus on reducing losses and optimizing material flow in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 3+ years in manufacturing.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and data-driven improvements.
• SAP experience, especially Material Master Data, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support production daily to hit plant metrics in safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Lead capital projects and rack design initiatives for new product integration.
• Drive WCM expansion activities and lean manufacturing improvements.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement countermeasures through kaizen.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure flawless execution and efficiency.
• Specify and ensure proper implementation of new processes and equipment.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Cross-functional teams

Root cause analysis

Project management

Communication

Process improvements

Problem solving

Equipment/process standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Materials Management

Tools

SAP

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

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Material Flow Engineer.

This is an onsite role at our Cleveland, TN location.

Your responsibilities will include

• Support production day to day to achieve plant metrics in safety, quality, cost, and delivery using various systems such as Leansuite, Lodestar and Gensuite
• Drive Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Engagement throughout the entire plant
• Develop creative solutions and lead capital projects that support the long term strategy of the Whirlpool initiatives.
• Focus on rack management and rack design with new product integration
• Understand and lead route maximization through data analysis
• Lead World Class Manufacturing (WCM) expansion activities through Logistics Customer Service (LCS) Pillar
• Lead continuous improvement activities utilizing the WCM methodology in support of plant metrics. The person in this role will support our WCM implementation with specific targets to meet.
• Perform root cause analysis based on data to eliminate losses.
• Data collection and analysis will play a big part of your job. Once losses are identified a countermeasure in the form of a kaizen will be implemented against the root cause issue. You will manage the kaizen from start to finish through the various internal tollgates. Support operations in the form of coming up with creative solutions to immediate problems. Lead/work in small cross functional teams. Develop solutions and lead capital projects that support the long term manufacturing strategy of the Cleveland operation.
• Specify, order and assure proper implementation of new process & equipment
• Maintain quality standards within the department.
• Work with the Materials Manager to define equipment and process standards to be implemented throughout the Logistics and Manufacturing environments.
• Communicate to work teams, shop floor leaders, and other departments to ensure flawless execution and efficiency.
• Support maintenance department in troubleshooting critical issues
• Drive process improvements using lean manufacturing concepts and tools
• Demonstrated capability in leading and managing large scale projects, installations, working closely with vendors, project teams, etc.
• Lead team of Engineering Technician(s) to drive projects and solutions.

Minimum requirements

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

Preferred skills and experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Materials Management
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with a good understanding of plant operations
• Previous experience in a WCM manufacturing environment
• Experience collaborating across departments
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Well-developed communication, conflict management, coaching, interpersonal and team building skills
• Solid decision-making and judgment skills
• Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks Proven problem solving skills
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to be self directed and self motivated
• SAP Experience - preferably in Material Master Data

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. 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.

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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.