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Requisition ID: 67405 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 Operations/Production team plans, directs and monitors all production activities within an assigned area or unit to maximize the use of the organization's resources and meet established production specifications, schedules and quality standards. Liaise with functional or operational area managers to understand their current and future product needs and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for integrating these needs into existing manufacturing activities. This Role In Summary To ensure that the yield of the Production line is in accordance with the required safety, quality, cost , morale and productivity Your Responsibilities Will Include Total productivity of the line Responsible for the delivery, LGT (Line Go Through), OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), scrap cost reduction, quality & productivity of Production line Analyze and bridge gaps in production against capacity by identifying pain areas, preparing action plan and driving the change with CFT (Cross Functional Team) Ensure overall yield of the Door Foaming, Cabinet foaming and pre-foaming Quality maintenance and safety Keep a check on parameters like scrap cost and CAL (Customer Assurance Lab) A defects related to cabinet and Door foaming Monitor LGT related to Foaming, OEE and A defects Monitor safety and quality QCO requirements Networking External Maintain healthy relations with contractors of casual labour Meeting up with suppliers of consumables, machines and tooling on monthly basis to understand any changes required and ensure streamlined production Interact with direct consumer twice a year, gather field complaints & identify areas of improvements Financial Management Carry out ISO, OHSAS,WCM audits on yearly basis Carry out inventory audits for work in progress on quarterly basis Plan budget for the monthly and half-yearly consumables People Management Engage and align the workforce to the productivity objectives and targets Monitor yield, OEE, scrap and LGT on the line on daily basis Address and resolve IR (Industrial relations) and safety issues on the production line WCM Manages the performance to team and identifies their training and development needs Guides and motivates team Maintain and manage critical spares Maintain an online checklist for WCM adherence Hands on knowledge of plant AM Minimum Requirements EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS B.Tech/B.E. (in Mechanical/Production) AGE 30 to 35 EXP. 9-15 years Preferred Skills And Experiences TECHNICAL Knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing Experience in using Kaizen, 6 sigma and continuous improvement tools Knowledge of Quality control tools Preferred knowledge/experience with MOST (Maynard Operation Sequence Technique) study/ work study Use problem solving tools like Opex Coordination with CFTs MANAGERIAL Unleash talent – develop & inspire people to deliver extraordinary results & contribute to their full potential One Whirlpool – breakdown barriers, team with others and win together Thorough knowledge of all business functions Knowledge of the processes of design & projects teams Basic knowledge of HR and IR Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube. 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. Show more Show less
