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Whirlpool
Tooling Supervisor- Findlay Onsite
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What they do
A Manufacturing Project Manager maintains relations between the manufacturing company and the clients to which it sells and distributes. They manage a variety of accounts and projects; they also assess new build plans, assess various procedures in the production process, and maintain an open line of communication with vendors and clients. The project manager works with the company's customers directly to assess and help meet their needs. In addition, the project manager has responsibilities in the direct manufacturing facility. They ensure that safety guidelines are met and any potential risks are eliminated.
$116,308 / year median in Ohio
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Requisition ID:
72382 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 Whirlpool Findlay Manufacturing organization is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Analyst, Engineering. This role will be located onsite at our Findlay, OH manufacturing plant. In this position, you will:
- Drive Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Engagement throughout the entire plant
- Coach peers through the execution of World Class Manufacturing principles
- Develop short-term and long-term plans and programs to improve productivity and capacity and prepare the necessary budgets and justifications for these projects
- Drive continuous improvement in the organizational, technical, and business information processes/systems through lean/innovative thinking and ideas ## Your responsibilities will include
- Drive projects to ensure availability of production equipment
- Identify and implement productivity projects within the maintenance and tooling department
- Coordinate cross functionally to ensure internal and external rules and regulations are followed
- Implement lean initiatives related to Standardized Work, Quality, and 5S
- Communicate and escalate pertinent issues across numerous shifts
- Develop and implement capital spending plans based on pertinent risk to the business.
- Facilitate both internal and external projects on top of daily activities to meet project deadlines
- Manage external contractors as needed for breakdown repairs and project work
- Close collaboration with the Maintenance Manager on transitioning from breakdown maintenance to proactive maintenance for equipment throughout the plant
- Facilitate departmental training
- Perform additional duties and assignments that may be required by management from time to time
- Flexibility to change shifts or departments as required to meet the operational needs ## Minimum requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree In Engineering Field
- 1+ years of Leadership experience in manufacturing ## Preferred skills and experiences
- SAP experience (Plant Maintenance Module)
- WCM (World Class Manufacturing) Experience (EWO, SMP, KPI, MTTR, MTBF)
- Effective Management Of Priorities, Expectations, and Accountability
- Capital Project Management
- OPEX Black Belt Certification ## 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.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements