Whirlpool Corp

Senior Industrial Engineer

Whirlpool Corp$85K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering preferred
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience
  • Strong data analytical skills
  • Thorough understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
  • Experience with SAP and costing
  • Excellent problem-solving and project management skills
  • Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems

Responsibilities

  • Eliminate waste in the production process
  • Develop team members in kaizen and problem-solving approaches
  • Drive continuous improvement through detailed analytics
  • Develop project pipeline for cost reduction initiatives
  • Lead time studies using Modapts analysis
  • Use Line Balancing with Yamazumi charts to optimize production flow
  • Identify and analyze Non-value add, Unbalanced, and Semi Value Add activities

Benefits

  • Generous benefits package
  • Whirlpool employee discount
  • Fitness and educational reimbursement programs
  • Flexible work environment with industry-leading time-off benefits
  • Sabbatical of four weeks paid leave after five years of service
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 70540

This role in summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Industrial Engineer. This is an onsite role at our Findlay, Ohio location.

The Senior Industrial Engineer will play a key leadership role in driving productivity, optimizing manufacturing processes, and supporting cost accuracy across the organization. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining production standards, supporting level planning, and ensuring that costing routers accurately reflect true labor and process requirements. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of motion economy and its relationship to work elements, enabling efficient, ergonomic, and repeatable work methods across all operations.

Your responsibilities will include

  • Provide ways/methods to eliminate all types of waste in the production process
  • Develop team members in kaizen approach, problem solving, root cause analysis to reduce waste
  • Drive continuous improvement though detailed analytics
  • Develop project pipeline for cost takeout
  • Lead time studies utilizing Modapts, a predetermined time analysis
  • Use Line Balancing with Yamazumi chart for line rate changes
  • Identify Non-value add, Unbalance, Value Add, and Semi Value Add activities
  • Lead cost studies to determine best product flow in the plant
  • Support WPS implementation by providing leadership to continuous improvement teams
  • Drive the plant to achieving short/long term labor productivity targets
  • Support scoping of cost projects within the Findlay facility
  • Ensure all new models/parts efficient integration into operations
  • Develop and maintain equipment capacity information and planning
  • Own all costing, routers, line balances, labor utilization for the plant
  • Support level loading across workstations and departments to balance production flow and capacity


Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience


Preferred skills and experiences

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering
  • Engineering experience in a manufacturing plant
  • Strong data analytical skills
  • Thorough understanding of Lean manufacturing, with an emphasis on Value Streams and Standardized work WCM experience, specifically Workplace Organization and Focus Improvement
  • SAP and costing (routers, deletion factors) experience
  • Well-developed communications, project management, coaching, interpersonal and team building skills. Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks with minimal supervision yet seeks guidance when appropriate
  • Skills to research and understand root cause for product and process problems and drive improvement based on analysis Working knowledge of Google, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD
  • Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Demonstrated capability in leading and managing large scale projects, installations, working closely with vendors, project teams, etc
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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.


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About Whirlpool Corp

Whirlpool Corp Careers

Join the dynamic team at Whirlpool Corp, a global leader in home appliances, where innovation meets purposeful design. At Whirlpool, we are committed to creating high-quality products that make life easier for millions of consumers worldwide. There has never been a more exciting time to explore job opportunities with us and become part of a legacy of leadership and innovation.

Work You’ll Do

At Whirlpool Corp, you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our company and customers. Our team is dedicated to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion, where every employee can thrive. We offer a variety of job opportunities ranging from engineering to marketing, each requiring unique skills that contribute to our shared vision of improving home life.

Innovate and Grow

Join our team and be at the forefront of industry innovation and product development. Whirlpool Corp is the perfect place to enhance your career, offering growth through professional development and diversity training programs that are designed to nurture your leadership potential. Our commitment to innovation isn't just about technology, but also about innovative thinking that empowers our team to create groundbreaking solutions.

Be Part of a Great Team

Whirlpool’s culture is built on a foundation of respect and teamwork. Our employees enjoy a supportive network that extends beyond ordinary employment. Here, you will collaborate with talented professionals who are passionate about what they do and are eager to drive success. We believe that together, we can achieve great things, making Whirlpool Corp not just a workplace but a community.

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With a multitude of career paths available, your professional journey at Whirlpool Corp can be as diverse as our product range. From internships that offer real-world experience to full-time positions that challenge and reward, there are endless opportunities to advance. Our robust benefits package supports the well-being of our employees and their families, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling career.

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Learn more about Whirlpool Corp
Size
69,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1 billion
Founded
1911
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$19.4 billion
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