Materials Lab Technician

Requisition ID: 70865 \n\nAbout Whirlpool Corporation\n\nWhirlpool 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. \n\n## This role in summary\n\nWhirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Materials Lab Technician. This is an onsite role at our Research and Engineering Tech Center in Benton Harbor, MI.\n\nMaterials Lab Technician reporting to the NAR Materials Validation Lab Manager as part of Whirlpool\u2019s Materials department. Primary function is to ensure materials selected for production or under development meet Whirlpool specifications with respect to performance and regulatory requirements. Close interactions with Materials Engineers and Subject Matter Experts regarding test procedures and requirements.\n\n## Your responsibilities will include\n\n * Assist development of new consumer relevant test procedures to ensure materials meet product leadership requirements.\n\n * Provide results with sufficient precision and careful documentation in a timely fashion to support development and launch.\n\n * Complete training and development plans to enhance skills and lab capabilities\n\n * Help process partners follow lab operation \"rules\" to ensure stable workflow\n\n * Follow lab safety standards and 5S guidelines, and help create a visual lab to facilitate\n\n\n\n## Minimum requirements\n\n * High School Diploma or GED\n\n * 1+ years of experience in performing standard test methods such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) or International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)\n\n * 1+ years of experience with calibration and maintenance of measurement equipment\n\n\n\n## Preferred skills and experiences\n\n * Associate\u2019s Degree with preference in a Science, Engineering or Design\n\n\n\n * Understanding of Lean Engineering principles\n\n * Proficient with Google software - Sheets, Docs, Slides and FileMaker software, X-Rite color measurement, Microsoft Word and Excel.\n\n * Basic understanding of appliance raw materials and processes. \n\n * Project management experience\n\n * Self-directed work ethic with strong interpersonal skills and serious ability to multitask\n\n * Organizational skills and detail oriented.\n\n * Written and oral communication skills\n\n\n\n\n## What we offer\n\nGenerous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness \u0026 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).\n\n## Additional information\n\nWhirlpool\u2019s Ways of Working\n\nOur goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what\u2019s important at work and at home, including:\n\n * Always On Flexibility \\- You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. \n\n * Sabbatical \\- Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.\n\n\n\nConnect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation\n\nSee what it\u0027s like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.\n\nWhirlpool 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.\n\n#LI-JR1 \n