Requisition ID: 65185 

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.

The team you will be a part of

The Engineering team discovers, develops and evaluates new product ideas, enhancements, or strategic product extensions, and translates research discoveries into usable and marketable products. Leads, plans and tracks all phases of the product life cycle, from inception to introduction into the marketplace. Coordinates with various functions to ensure successful product development and implementation.

This role in summary

Coordinate the daily activities required of the controls technician and automation support resources.

Your responsibilities will include Direct work assignments for Controls & higher-level tech resources. Manage the team escalation process.Act as the main point of contact for controls during normal and after-hours support.Interface with IT to ensure networking systems are functional, production safe and comply with InSinkErator configuration requirements.Work with new machine vendors during equipment design, build, installation, and start-up to ensure systems meet control requirements.Lead risk reduction efforts (projects) in the obsolescence of control systems.Lead manufacturing system recovery strategy for high-risk assets.Manage equipment standards (Controls System) & new system design.Minimum requirements Bachelor's degree or equivalent in STEM field.2+ Years of experience with Control Systems.Minimum of 2 years supervising others.Manufacturing experience required.PLC and Robotic experience (Allen Bradley and Fanuc)Preferred skills and experiences Good communicator with strong written and articulation skills.Project management and team-building skills.Database Management a plus (not required).Middleware Software (Ignition, Brideworx, FactoryTalk) is a plus but not 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 apply  ‘always on’ flexibility to all work days. You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.

 

We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:

Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

 

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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.