Manufacturing Engineering Analyst- Ottawa

Overview Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, Whirlpool focuses on improving life at home through its brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales, with about 44,000 employees and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com. Requisition ID: 70278 Role Summary This role is for a Manufacturing Engineering Analyst - Ottawa at our Ottawa, OH site. The successful candidate will support various platform analyses, engineering forms, and initiatives to enhance cost and quality. They will act as the primary contact for material availability and supplier strategies to ensure the Ottawa factory operates smoothly. Your Responsibilities Will Include Lead MOB / Intakes from Procurement that will impact the Ottawa Plant. Review Intake and confirm the platform(s) affected. Understand the required changes / parts impacted by the Intake. Create A3 to summarize Intake, including all related information. Review with V&V team the requirements to certify new supplier / material change as indicated by the Intake. Coordinate new parts / assemblies to submit part. Support factory on any Fit & Function assembly line issues. Lead Cost and Quality initiatives. Own A3. Develop IDP and keep it updated. Track all activities and assure timely completion. Develop test plan along with the V&V team. Get PA approval for every change being implemented. Keep UL File updated for all different initiatives. Create Plan of Action to resolve findings from CV, DV, PV builds. Remove barriers so the team can execute their tasks properly. Focus the team on the right priorities and facilitate trade-off discussions. Deploy WPD in the projects and guide the project team. Assist with creating the QA Matrix. Gather data for specified date range from GSIR, CAL, FPY, RTY, Scrap, Supplier Quality, PEX, and Holds/Warehouse audits. Map internal data to external data using GSIR code and customer complaint. Add compiled data to QA Matrix template and prioritize issues into AA, A, B and C based on index priority. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree 1+ year of engineering or manufacturing experience Preferred Skills and Experiences Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent communication skills (ability to work at all levels from Plant Leadership to Machine Operator). Experience using DFMEA, A3, IDP / Gantt. Strong desire for personal and professional development. Ability to identify problems, analyze root causes, and implement solutions that address root causes and minimize business risk. Outstanding problem-solving skills. Presentation and communication skills. Collaborative attitude and strong desire to succeed as part of a team. Self-motivated with a strong passion for learning. What We Offer Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more. Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations offer an updated office space and amenities including free coffee and access to nearby trails and child-care facilities where available. Additional Information Whirlpool’s Ways of Working and Benefits: We strive to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and time-off benefits to help balance work and life, including: Always On Flexibility – autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. Two-Week Work from Anywhere – minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year. Sabbatical – four weeks paid leave after every five years of service. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Whirlpool Corporation