Senior Analyst, Engineering

Whirlpool Corporation; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation, a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, seeks a Senior Analyst in Engineering to improve efficiency and lead Continuous Improvement initiatives. The role requires expertise in World Class Manufacturing methodology, ensuring manufacturing efficiency, and enhancing product development processes.

Benefits

Always On Flexibility

Two-Week Work from Anywhere

Sabbatical after five years of service

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in process improvement.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience required.
• Detail-oriented and organized with excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the implementation of Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Orient and train staff with World Class Manufacturing tools.
• Identify, analyze, and solve manufacturing process issues.

Skills

Lean principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Autocad

SAP

Google Tools

ProPlanner

MODAPTS

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About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. 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 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

Requisition ID: 67162

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. 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 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

The team you will be a part of

The Engineering team discovers, develops and evaluates new product ideas, enhancements, or strategic product extensions, and translates research discoveries into usable and marketable products. Leads, plans and tracks all phases of the product life cycle, from inception to introduction into the marketplace. Coordinates with various functions to ensure successful product development and implementation.

This Role In Summary

We are seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Analyst of Engineering/WCM Site Lead opening to join our Whirlpool Commercial Laundry team. Who will lead the implementation of the WCM methodology, being an expert in both theory and practice, to ensure improved efficiency of industrial processes. Lead and coordinate the implementation of Continuous Improvement initiatives, ensuring they align with the Whirlpool Production System (WPS) across all plant areas. Develop strategies grounded in plant KPIs to drive their advancement. Expertly guide the implementation of the WCM methodology, applying both theoretical knowledge and practical experience to enhance industrial process efficiency. You will be responsible for safety, cost, and quality improvements and supporting operations to achieve division goals. Also, you will Support the Fall River operation by identifying the main losses to attack, using problem solving and industrial engineering tools, as well as supporting the implementation and expansion of the WO (Workplace Organization) pillar and the implementation of the focused improvement pillar using the WPI tools for the full development and implementation of the new product

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Orient and train staff with World Class Manufacturing tools
• Be responsible for leading and directing the successful implementation of the company's World Class Manufacturing strategy.
• Implement the WPS methodology for identifying strengths and weaknesses to help identify areas that need improvement to become world-class.
• Facilitate kaizen events when requested by the management team.
• Validate the problem-solving methodology for each kaizen.
• Conduct follow-up audits of the implemented tools.
• Identify, analyze, and solve manufacturing process issues and equipment-related problems to continuously improve business KPI results for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People.
• Develop and implement a New Product utilizing the WPI (Workplace Integration) Tools, focusing on achieving specific key performance Indicators (KPI) at each station, such as Non Value Added Activity (NVAA) reduction, Golden Zone achievement, % Unbalanced, etc. The WPI process also provides a forum used to identify unknown or open issues and assign responsibility for follow-up and resolution prior to Station Readiness (SR).
• Prioritize, scope, and define projects (Own and others’ projects)
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow and improving layout and work stations.
• Responsible for managing the continuous improvement building area where we design and build our racks, fixtures,
• Demonstrate leadership through the development of team Leaders in the area to help drive daily work and long term
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 3+ years of experience with process improvement implementations (including all types of kaizens)
• 5+ years of Manufacturing experience
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Master Degree
• Knowledge of lean principles and the ability to apply them to establish and/or improve processes
• Experience with computer skills including MS Office, Autocad, SAP, and Google.
• ProPlanner and MODAPTS experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills, decision-making, planning, project management, and leadership skills
• WCM Knowledge (World Class Manufacturing), TPS or similar
• Detail-oriented and organized with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  
  

Additional Information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Benefits

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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At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. 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.

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