Continuous Improvement Lead Job at Whirlpool, Fall River, MA

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  • Whirlpool
  • Fall River, MA

Job Description

Continuous Improvement Lead Location Fall River, MA :

Requisition ID: 62962

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.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for Continuous Improvement Leads (Hourly) .

This role will be based in Fall River, MA working with our Commercial Laundry manufacturing engineering team.

As Continuous Improvement Lead (Hourly) you will serve as a technical resource and project leader in the development and application of production systems across a variety of manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for the cost, quality, and safety improvements while maintaining daily operations to achieve division goals.

Hours: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

Salary 29.75 an hour

Your responsibilities will include

  • Identify, analyze and solve manufacturing process issues and equipment related problems using World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodology
  • Initiate safety, cost, quality, and productivity improvements in the manufacturing operations
  • Support, develop, and improve sheet metal forming and joining processes and related equipment in a high speed manufacturing environment
  • Responsible for design, development, testing, and control of day to day, minor, and major projects involving tools, equipment, plant and manufacturing processes
  • Provide technical support to technicians and work teams and serve as a technical resource for the department
  • Provide technical support as required for product design, supplier quality and advanced product quality planning
  • Determine root cause of problems and implement corrective & preventive actions utilizing methods from lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
  • Analyze, evaluate and document standards according to quality system requirements such as SOPs, Control Plans, and FMEAs

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
  • 1+ years Manufacturing experience

Preferred skills and experiences

  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, world-class manufacturing, and OPEX ( 6 sigma ) tools and the ability to apply them in order to establish manufacturing processes
  • Interpersonal skills, with the specific ability to act as a team leader and interact at all layers within the organization
  • Mechanical knowledge
  • Planning, project management, and leadership skills
  • Communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
  • Solid decision-making and judgment skills
  • Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks
  • Problem-solving skills
  • World Class Manufacturing (WCM) experience

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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.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time,

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