Assembler I

Requisition ID: 72301

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, 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.

This role in summary

Currently, we are seeking qualified candidates to join our Afternoon and Night Shift Production Team as an Assembler at our Marion, Ohio manufacturing facility.

The Marion, Ohio plant is the world’s largest manufacturer of clothes dryers. Do you want to share your ideas in an innovative environment? Do you learn quickly in a continuous improvement atmosphere? Does the term lean manufacturing excite you? Do you have a great work ethic?

This position encompasses a wide range of production and specialized roles, including the assembly of components and sub-assemblies, machine operation such as loading, running, and mounting, as well as product packing, finishing, and salvage or repair work across various production lines including cell, conveyor, dryer, and commercial units. The Assembler operates various tools and equipment, strictly follows engineering blueprints and quality control standards, maintains a safe, organized, and efficient workstation, and is essential for maintaining production flow and ensuring the final product meets all specifications.

• The starting wage is $20.85 per hour + shift premium; with time, ability to progress up to $26.47 per hour
• Afternoon Shift: 2:30pm-11pm
• $1.25 shift differential
• Night shift: Sunday night-Thursday night 10pm-6:30am
• $1.00 shift differential

Your responsibilities will include

Job Duties and Essentials Functions:

• assemble and install parts by hand or using tools/equipment.
• Perform assembly of components, sub-assemblies, and final products using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment according to engineering blueprints.
• Operate, load, and unload various production machines including mounting machines, light machines, and specialized equipment.
• Execute electrical repair, salvage, and specialized wiring assembly to ensure product functionality and quality.
• Conduct final packing, finishing, and quality checks on products.
• Monitor equipment and finished products for quality control, troubleshoot minor issues, and perform relief/repair tasks as needed.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area, adhering to all safety protocols and production standards.

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Continuously stand or walk (up to 12 hours per day)
• ability to reach (over shoulder), twist/turn, push/pull, bend, squat, and lift up to 35lbs frequently
• Work on a moving/conveyor style production line or stabilized workstation
• Assemble and install parts by hand or using tools/equipment.
• Crating and packaging of materials, parts, products etc.

Minimum requirements

• 1 - years of consistent work history
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Provide a high school diploma or GED;
• Be subject to and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Motivated to work as a team player who takes ownership of their work in a safety-minded environment
• Must provide a resume

Preferred skills and experiences

• 3-months of manufacturing or distribution experience (consecutive)
• Associates Degree

Why should you apply?

Whirlpool offers full-time employees an excellent wage and benefits package, including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, 401K, Life Insurance, 12 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

• The starting wage is $20.85 per hour + shift premium; with time, ability to progress up to $26.47 per hour
• Paid time off (PTO) up to 120 hours in the first year (prorated on start date)
• Benefits on day one (medical, dental vision)
• Must have ability to work 3rd shift

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