Engineering Technician

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 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com. Currently, we are seeking qualified candidates for a Quality Engineering Tech (Hourly) opening to join our Commercial Laundry organization. Hours: 8 AM - 4:30 PM Hourly Rate: $34.35 Primary Function Monitor and analyze quality data to prioritize and stratify quality opportunities. Train Inspectors and Technicians in tools and technology to properly inspect products. Perform Root Cause Analysis using advanced WCM problem solving tools for Top Quality Issues in the plant. Provide leadership and guidance to problem solving teams to propose, evaluate and implement systemic approaches that reduce the risk of creating and/or releasing defects per WCM methodologies. General Quality Responsibilities => Monitor Key Process Indicators, creating and editing databases & form tools if required, to improve quality data collection. => Responsible for creating inspection & test standards and instructing inspectors as well as informing them if their work does not meet standard. => Create effective data visualization and do statistical analysis to prioritize and stratify key quality problems that require resolution => Lead Team following a disciplined data driven approach to find the root cause and determine a corrective action with a focus on preventive and proactive approaches. => Create effective reporting for the plant team and communicate with leadership when help is needed. => Manage supplier quality issues using SAP and CAPA system Tools & Equipment Computers, fax machine, calculator, burden vehicle, towmotor/butterfly, hand trucks, weigh count scales, small hand tools, calipers, CMM, Tensile Tester, Leak Tester, All Regulatory Tests required by our product and various measuring instruments Material Production parts and supplies, various reporting forms, tools, fixtures, training materials Training/Licensing Requirements Google Sheets, Docs & Slides, Excel, Minita b Must be able to successfully complete Black Belt Training & Shainin awareness Working Procedure => Support cost and quality projects by providing data and evaluation. => Evaluate parts and products for Non-conformances => Report issues with accuracy of BOMs => Track/Understand all CN's => Understand and support the APQP process as needed. => Communicate directly with suppliers & operations concerning APQP issues => Perform fit / function evaluations => Uses all designated safety equipment, observes all safety rules, and follows recognized rules of safe practice. Performs duties of a similar or lesser skill to facilitate the flow of work in the department. The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Math or Physical Science required * Entry Level * 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications: * Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, world-class manufacturing, and 6 Sigma tools and the ability to apply them in order to establish manufacturing processes * Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the specific ability to act as a team leader and interact at all layers within the organization * Strong mechanical knowledge * Excellent planning, project management, and leadership skills * Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills * Solid decision-making and judgment skills * Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks * System Thinking * Problem-solving skills * World Class Manufacturing (WCM) experience ## This role in summary Currently, we are seeking qualified candidates for a Quality Engineering Tech (Hourly) opening to join our Commercial Laundry organization. Hours: 8 AM - 4:30 PM Hourly Rate: $34.35 Primary Function Monitor and analyze quality data to prioritize and stratify quality opportunities. Train Inspectors and Technicians in tools and technology to properly inspect products. Perform Root Cause Analysis using advanced WCM problem solving tools for Top Quality Issues in the plant. Provide leadership and guidance to problem solving teams to propose, evaluate and implement systemic approaches that reduce the risk of creating and/or releasing defects per WCM methodologies. General Quality Responsibilities => Monitor Key Process Indicators, creating and editing databases & form tools if required, to improve quality data collection. => Responsible for creating inspection & test standards and instructing inspectors as well as informing them if their work does not meet standard. => Create effective data visualization and do statistical analysis to prioritize and stratify key quality problems that require resolution => Lead Team following a disciplined data driven approach to find the root cause and determine a corrective action with a focus on preventive and proactive approaches. => Create effective reporting for the plant team and communicate with leadership when help is needed. => Manage supplier quality issues using SAP and CAPA system Tools & Equipment Computers, fax machine, calculator, burden vehicle, towmotor/butterfly, hand trucks, weigh count scales, small hand tools, calipers, CMM, Tensile Tester, Leak Tester, All Regulatory Tests required by our product and various measuring instruments Material Production parts and supplies, various reporting forms, tools, fixtures, training materials Training/Licensing Requirements Google Sheets, Docs & Slides, Excel, Minita b Must be able to successfully complete Black Belt Training & Shainin awareness Working Procedure => Support cost and quality projects by providing data and evaluation. => Evaluate parts and products for Non-conformances => Report issues with accuracy of BOMs => Track/Understand all CN's => Understand and support the APQP process as needed. => Communicate directly with suppliers & operations concerning APQP issues => Perform fit / function evaluations => Uses all designated safety equipment, observes all safety rules, and follows recognized rules of safe practice. Performs duties of a similar or lesser skill to facilitate the flow of work in the department. The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Math or Physical Science required * Entry Level * 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment ## Your responsibilities will include [ACTION REQUIRED - DO NOT POST AS IS] Describe the main responsibilities of this position. We recommend up to 8 bullet points, preferably starting each statement with a verb. ## Minimum requirements [ACTION REQUIRED - DO NOT POST AS IS]Describe what is absolutely required for the role, meaning that the candidate cannot be hired if they do not have these requirements. We recommend no more than 3 items and suggest prioritizing:Years of experienceEducation (majors, minimum degree, etc.)Language skillsCertificationsSystems/Technical knowledge ## Preferred skills and experiences [ACTION REQUIRED - DO NOT POST AS IS]Describe the desirable background and experiences which will be a plus if the candidate possesses them. We recommend no more than 5 items, and suggest including:Years of experienceEducation (majors, minimum degree, etc.)Language skillsCertificationsSystems/Technical knowledgeWe strongly recommend NOT including behavioral traits in this section. ## Why should you apply? [ACTION REQUIRED - DO NOT POST AS IS]Describe the benefits and/or advantages of working in that particular location, such as core benefits, vacation days, home office days, on-site daycare, work environment, etc ## Additional information [ACTION REQUIRED - DO NOT POST AS IS]Use this section to include any other information that was not mentioned in the previous sections. 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