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Continuous Improvement Maintenance Technician

Job Description - Continuous Improvement Maintenance Technician

Requisition ID: 72171 

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

 

This role in summary

The WCM PM/AM Pillar Specialist will play a major role in the deployment of the World Class Manufacturing within the Racine Manufacturing Facility. This position will support the implementation of PM Pillar methodology KPI's and problem solving tools usage to drive a zero breakdown culture. Duties will include training and coaching team members, document development, implementation of maintenance theory, audit support, leading, and gap closure action items.

Your responsibilities will include

Assist with all World Class Manufacturing (WCM) activities, including training and support for PM/AM pillar requirements
Implement actions guided by the Pillar Leader to achieve strategic goals
Establish and lead recurring meetings
Follow up with PM/AM team members on open actions Identify gaps in the PM/AM pillar plan and support actions for closure
Lead training to support improvement activities on different WCM methods
Support PM/AM Pillar KPI's, Kaizens and action plans
Update, track, and maintain the PM/AM Pillar KPIs
Become proficient at use of the WCM tools with the AST, Production Techs and Maintenance team
Develop a working knowledge of CMMS for data collection and reporting (FIIX), tracking PM/AM tags and tag closure rate.
Follow up on breakdowns to ensure Emergency Work Orders (EWOs) are triggered and complete root cause analysis techniques with the PM/AM team to determine a single point root cause
Lead, and support Kaizens on behalf of the PM/AM team Work with Technicians/Maintenance to assist with the development and documentation of Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMPs), One Point Lessons (OPLs), and other AM/PM pillar tools.
Support other pillar leads concerning the PM/AM pillar
Complete all required paperwork, quality records, documents, etc. Comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
Maintain departmental housekeeping standards, and clean/restock area at end of shift.  

Minimum requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong problem-solving skills
Good project management skills for handling multiple acti
Excellent interpersonal skills
Availability to work cross over shifts. (Shift can be flexible) 

Preferred skills and experiences

Post Secondary education in a related field
Machine/ Mechanical knowledge and background

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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.

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