The Full-Time Program – July 2024 Start Date
Manufacturing is at the heart of what we do at Whirlpool Corporation. Our full-time Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP) provides a cross-functional experience with award-winning manufacturing operations at production plants.
This 3-year program is designed to provide six challenging, diverse assignments and experiences, of 6 months each, focused on the World Class Manufacturing methodology that has made Whirlpool Corporation a global leader in manufacturing home appliances.
What can we offer you?
Whirlpool offers competitive compensation and benefits, including but not limited to relocation support, annual bonus, 401k match, paid time off, insurance plan, fitness reimbursement, health savings accounts, free wellness coaching, free onsite health clinic, fertility and adoption support, parental (maternity and paternity) leave, education support, and free financial coaching.
In this program, we will offer you a wide variety of developmental experiences, mentorship and networking, and exposure to company leadership to help fast-track your career trajectory.
Program location
Manufacturing Leadership Development Program participants will rotate through three manufacturing plant locations during the 3 years of the program. Our North American plant locations are in Ohio, Iowa, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and Massachusetts.
These sites produce a full line of appliances including refrigerators, washers, dryers, ranges, ovens, dishwashers, and KitchenAid portables.
Reliable transportation is required for travel to work daily as public transportation is not available. Learn more about our Manufacturing locations and the communities where we live & work here!
Your day-to-day
Project assignments and rotations within the program will be in areas such as:
- Assembly Operations – process / LEAN engineering, supervision, model line / new model launches
- Materials – planning, delivery and LEAN
- Environment, Health & Safety – shift safety, environmental impact
- Quality – SIR and quality assurance engineering
- Project Engineering (across Manufacturing sub groups) – standardization of work (SOPs), 5s, LEAN engineering, factory master planning
- Supervision and Team Leadership in areas such as: assembly, materials, quality, press, fab & finish
Minimum requirements
- Completion of Bachelor’s degree by May 2024 with a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA
- Major in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Operations Management or Related Area
- Must have indefinite US work authorization. Applicants who require visa sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for this program. For this position, Whirlpool Corporation will not sponsor visas for candidates.
- Must have access to reliable transportation and be geographically mobile
Preferred skills and experiences
- Proven decision-making skills and ability to solve complex business problems through innovation and creativity
- Demonstrated ability to lead and work with teams and achieve extraordinary results
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Previous internship or co-op experience working in a similar environment or company of similar size/scope to Whirlpool; within a manufacturing environment, a plus
ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit, Yummly and InSinkErator. In 2022, the company reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales, 61,000 employees and 56 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
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