Operations/Production Analyst lead - Pressroom Operations

Socket.dev; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Employee discount

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation seeks an Operations/Production Analyst to lead a Marion assembly line on the 3rd shift (10pm–6:30am), ensuring Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People objectives are met.

The role supervises an area team of coordinators, group leaders and operators, applying World Class Manufacturing methods and driving daily production improvements across the line.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required.
• 2+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor Degree in Operations or Engineering.
• Experience implementing problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead production activities to meet customer demand as set by the level plan.
• Drive improvements to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People objectives for the department.
• Implement World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methods and tools into daily operations.
• Direct, develop, support, and assess the team members as their people leader.
• Complete daily time & attendance records in UKG for direct reports.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Team management

Continuous improvement

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor Degree

Bachelor Degree in Operations or Engineering

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Requisition ID: 71505

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

The Operations/Production Analyst leads an entire assembly line or area at Marion Operations in pursuit of all Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People objectives. This position is the direct people leader of the team consisting of an area coordinator, group leaders, and operators who are responsible for daily production for that line/shift.

This is a 3rd Shift Position: 10pm - 6:30am

Your responsibilities will include

• Lead production activities to meet customer demand as set by the level plan.
• Drive improvements to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People objectives for the department
• Implement World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methods and tools into daily operations
• Direct, develop, support, and assess the team members as their people leader
• Complete daily time & attendance records in UKG for direct reports

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor Degree
• 2+ years of manufacturing leadership experience

Preferred skills and experiences

• Bachelor Degree in Operations or Engineering
• Computer skills including Google workspace suite
• Experience in leading, coaching, and developing large teams of employees
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Experience implementing problem solving and continuous improvement
• Strong project management skills

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.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

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.