Senior Analyst, Materials Lead- Perrysburg
L7
whirlpoolPerrysburg, OH8 days ago
Industries
Plastics Plumbing Fixture ManufacturingAll Other Plastics Product ManufacturingPlastics Material and Resin ManufacturingRequisition ID:
71814
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, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSink 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. Additional information about the company can be found at Whirlpool Corp.com.
The team you will be a part of The Material Management team is responsible for inventory audits and maintaining inventory at optimum levels. Develops procedures to enhance the effectiveness of inventory control programs. Coordinates with relevant departments to schedule, audit, and reconcile periodic physical inventories.
This role in summary Whirlpool is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Materials Lead. The role will be based at our Perrysburg, OH plant. As the materials lead for the site, you will be responsible for supporting the operation of a world class plastic injection molding facility, striving to be the benchmark for Whirlpool in automation. In this challenging role, you will be called upon to lead your team to drive continuous improvements to safety, quality, delivery, and cost of the process.
Your responsibilities will include:
Set strategy for the materials organization
Lead inbound and outbound shipments for the facility
Lead for materials planning and scheduling for the facility
Lead for all internal material movement
Responsible for inventory management
Responsible for all inventory movement equipment
Prioritize and organize short term and long term goals and activities in accordance with business objectives
Identify and address opportunities for improvement relative to Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost metrics and personnel development.
Managing supplier relationships
Lead capital projects to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Lead process implementation, process optimization, root cause analysis, and capacity increases
Facilitate projects and teach / mentor / train shop floor teams to ensure materials team operates in World Class fashion
Work cross-functionally with other teams to drive solutions.
Develop team in advanced problem-solving and skill training
Support building and operating a highly automated facility
Work effectively with your peers to share knowledge and leverage strengths
Utilize excellent communication and documentation skills to transfer critical processes and support knowledge to others
Lead and promote the use of kaizen activities
Work with the procurement team and supplier quality on cost and quality projects
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor's Degree engineering, logistics, materials or related business management field
5+ years manufacturing experience
Preferred skills and experiences Operations management, logistics, supply chain, Industrial Engineering, or similar degree preferred
Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and SAP
Strong understanding of lean principles and methodologies with a proven track record in driving continuous improvement via lean tools
Experience in World Class Manufacturing (WCM), Logistics (LCS)
Experience with AGC / AGV technology
Experience setting up new processes and optimizing existing processes.
Experience leading teams
Drive initiatives to support change in the plant
Verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
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.
Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
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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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Level
ManagerL7
Location
Perrysburg, OH
Occupation
Supply Chain Managers
Industry
Plastics Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing
Posted
8 days ago
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