Shift Supervisor - Analyst, Engineering- Swing Shift -Perrysburg

Whirlpool, Inc.; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Whirlpool, Inc. seeks a Shift Supervisor (Analyst, Engineering) for the Swing Shift at the Perrysburg, OH plant. You will lead the first shift in a world-class plastic injection molding operation, driving safety, quality, delivery and cost improvements while mentoring team members.

The role requires strong manufacturing knowledge, leadership, and the ability to manage data and processes across shifts to ensure smooth transitions and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all team members on the shift to achieve production goals (SQDCE).
• Serve as the main communication link between shifts to ensure data flow and issue resolution.
• Ensure proper use of facilities, tools, equipment, materials and manpower to meet safety, quality and production needs.
• Lead problem solving for equipment issues and mentor shop floor teams.
• Develop technicians in problem-solving and skills training; transfer knowledge to others.
• Enforce plant policies and procedures consistently; contribute to performance ratings.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Kronos

SAP

Google applications

Job description

## **This role in summary**Whirlpool is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of **Shift Supervisor** - **Analyst, Engineering****- Swing Shift.**The role will be based at our Perrysburg, OH plant. As a shift lead, you will be responsible for leading the first shift operation of a world class plastic injection molding plant on its journey to becoming the benchmark for Whirlpool in automation. In this challenging role, you will be called upon as both a technical leader to drive continuous improvements to safety, quality, delivery, and cost of the process as well as leading your team in meeting daily production objectives.## **Your responsibilities will include*** Lead all team members on the shift in the attainment of production goals (SQDCE)* Serve as the key communication link with the other shifts to facilitate a smooth transition of data and clear communication of problems/issues.* Assure proper utilization of facilities, tools, equipment, materials and manpower to effectively meet safety, quality and production requirements.* Must possess a strong working knowledge of plant manufacturing operations, processes and production flow.* Work effectively with your peers to share knowledge and leverage strengths* Lead problem solving for equipment issues* Facilitate projects and teach / mentor / train shop floor teams* Develop technicians in problem-solving and skill training* Utilize excellent communication and documentation skills to transfer critical processes and support knowledge to others* Maintain good employee relations and communications.* Assure that all plant policies and procedures are enforced as well as administered fairly and consistently.* Provide input for personnel ratings as required.* Work cross-functionally to drive solutions.* Lead process implementation, process optimization, and root cause analysis* Ensure equipment is in World Class condition* Provide project management of new and existing equipment / tooling* Support building and operating a highly automated facility* Knowledge of Kronos, SAP, Google applications, etc.* Understanding of WCM (World Class Manufacturing)* Ability to lead the team on a first shift swing shift schedule## **Minimum requirements*** High School Diploma or GED* 2+ years of experience supervising or leading a team in a manufacturing environment* 2+ years of manufacturing experience## **Preferred skills and experiences*** Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering* Proven success in a fast-paced environment* Proven success in the personal development of employees* Experience with Injection Molding, light assembly processes, decoration technologies, AGV’s* Experience setting up new processes and optimizing existing processes.* Experience leading teams* Experience in World Class Manufacturing (WCM), Safety (SAF), Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Professional Maintenance (PM)* WCM (World Class Manufacturing) experience* Organizational, verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail* Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines## **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).