Requisition ID: 65839 

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 Quality Generalist team conducts internal quality controls concerning particular areas or company products to ensure they fulfill given quality procedures and norms. Monitors and records inconsistencies with quality procedures and norms. Preparing quality analyses and recommends necessary quality procedure changes.

This role in summary

This position is within the Plant Quality organization reporting directly to the Plant Quality Leader.
The main function of this role is to develop a robust assembly process that ensures quality is built at the station and continuous improvement in the quality metrics for the assembly line.
 

Your responsibilities will include Lead the quality effort for the assembly process to meet division metrics (SIR, CAL, FPY, Scrap%).Utilize external and internal indicators by means of the QA Matrix to prioritize, initiate, and drive kaizens to improve quality KPIsUtilize Quick Response Quality Control tool (includes Gemba, 5Why, 4M, 5QFZD) to solve root causes of emerging internal quality issuesCreate, improve, and implement the processes and controls (i.e. Error and Mistake Proof) to continuously improve the Tulsa QA NetworkCreate, approve, and update control plans and other preventive quality toolsSupervise Product Hold trigger and release management in Finished Goods WarehouseManage Early Product Containment program to protect customer through changes to process and product design as well as New Product Introduction.Supervise the Quality process Technicians and First Responders that are assigned to assembly quality.Leadership in QC Pillar as QC Specialist for Man/Method Issues  and coach Pillar Team members to drive deep understanding and effective utilization of QC Methods.
 Minimum requirements Bachelor's Degree in Engineering5+ years experience in a manufacturing environmentUnderstanding and practical application of fundamental quality tools for problem solving.Demonstrate problem solving, conflict resolution and team building skills
 Preferred skills and experiences Advanced technical degree, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt and/or CQE certification.10+ years experience in Quality role in a manufacturing environmentWorld Class Manufacturing (WCM), 5 Why, Kaizen, failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), background / previous experienceOutstanding people skills, with the specific ability to interact as a lead player, apply critical thinking and make decisions.Dynamic self-starter with ability to work independently and with cross functional teams.Must have strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, global team members, and the supply base.Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple quality projects with minimum supervision.In depth computer skills and PC proficiency Google Apps
 Additional information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

 

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. 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. Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

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