Requisition ID:63014ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATIONWhirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit 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.Role in SummaryWhirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates forContinuous Improvement Technicians.This role will be based inFall River, MA working with our Commercial Laundry manufacturing engineering team. This location produces large commercial laundry dryers and washers.1stShift Hours - 8 AM - 4:30 PMSalary 28.25 an hourYour responsibilities will includeDrive continuous improvement around the facility, reduce waste in the process, create and design robust processes, and improve efficiency in the value streamShow improvement through process measurements and documentation, tangible and factual measurements (time reduction, dollar reduction, downtime reduction, reduction in errors, reduction in defects, etc)Create a new processes , standardized work instructions will be developed and trained, in order to maintain a sustainable process, all through a focus on the 5S methodologylead continuous improvement projects, work in cross-functional teams with materials, engineers, suppliers, quality, fabrication, programmers, supervisors, and leadershipSelf- lead your projects, use the Whirlpool tools, document data, and show clear improvementsSupport production to meet production demands as needed. You will be required to support lean shop to execute projects as neededMinimum requirementsHigh School Diploma or GED 3+ years of Manufacturing ExperiencePreferred skills and experiencesProject Leadership ExperienceLEAN Manufacturing Knowledge Self-Lead, problem solving Experience in Change management of new principles, concepts, or processesRSRWHConnect with us and learn more about Whirlpool CorporationSee what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter,LinkedIn ,Instagram andYouTube .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.
