Lead Maintenance

Requisition

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life  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, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . 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.

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Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Lead Maintenance (Analyst, Manufacturing Maintenance). This role will be located onsite at our Clyde, OH manufacturing site.

• Lead and Drive accountability for WCM (World Class Manufacturing) implementation in the Maintenance area to achieve safety, quality, and cost targets.
• Execution and completion of EWO (Emergency Work Order) with craftsman in timely manner for Root Cause Analysis and Countermeasure identification.
• Lead craftsman in execution of PM Pillar expansion projects including updating of KPI/KAI’s, presentation of projects to varying levels of plant.
• Manage 15‑20 crafts on a daily basis between mechanics, electricians, and laborers.
• Meet financial and productivity goals including daily OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and labor efficiency metrics.
• Support lean initiatives in your area of responsibility for 5S, quality, and standardized work.
• Ensure a safe and clean work environment.
• Oversee and audit KRONOS for hourly associates as well as schedule manpower as needed.
• Complete administrative paperwork (reports for safety, HR, payroll, attendance, vacation, etc.).
• Work in a cross‑functional environment with other departments to maintain equipment, meet schedules and to accomplish department goals.
• Monitor and measure KPIs department performance.
• Communicate effectively with associates, peers and division leadership to effectively manage the department.
• Demonstrate Whirlpool Values and a Spirit of Winning.
• Flexibility to change shifts or departments as needed to support Clyde Operations.
• Lead problem solving activities for root cause analysis.
• Manage projects to completion.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in a Supervisor role.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience in the maintenance environment.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Journeyman’s card.
• SAP experience (Plant Maintenance Module).
• WCM (World Class Manufacturing) exposure (EWO, SMP, KPI, MTTR, MTBF).
• Understanding of statistical data analysis as well as project management and scheduling.
• Proficient with Google and the utilization of a computer.
• Effective communicator with the ability to support processes 24 hours a day.
• A leader that can provide purpose, direction, and motivation.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide an engaging work environment.
• Champion for challenging existing practices.
• Interpersonal skills and resolve conflict.
• Lead cross-functional activities such as Lean/ Quality Kaizens, Safety investigations, and TPM activities.
• Multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Communications skills that are carried out in an honest, open, factual, and professional manner.
• Highly motivated, with excellent organizational skills and leadership behaviors.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations desired and the ability to learn company philosophy, division policies, and procedures.

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).

• 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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