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**Requisition ID:** 68902

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

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Maintenance Supervisor for the 2nd Shift.

This position follows a 2nd Shift work schedule, located on-site in Tulsa, OK.

The Maintenance Supervisor is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of the maintenance team within a large manufacturing plant that includes seven assembly lines, finishing processes lines, paint lines, furnaces, washing line and stamping presses. This position leads a team of approximately 20 hourly maintenance team members and plays a critical role in driving the plant’s efficiency, reliability, and safety. This role will plan and coordinate daily maintenance activities, ensuring that the team is effectively deployed to meet plant needs.

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible to maintain the lines, machines and equipment running correctly, maintenance data, develop strategies to improve equipment uptime, and ensure that maintenance activities are aligned with the plant’s overall production goals.

Relocation available for eligible candidates.

Company is not providing Visa Sponsorship for this role.

Your responsibilities will include

Leadership & Team Management:

+ Lead, mentor, and develop a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement according to WCM Methodology.

+ Training and supervision of the team on maintenance procedures, failure detection, inspection criteria, repair methods and safety practices.

+ Monitor skill levels of the team members and assign tasks based on their capabilities.

Maintenance Strategy & Planning:

+ Develop and implement preventative maintenance strategies to reduce unplanned downtime and increase equipment reliability.

+ Collaborate with production and engineering teams to prioritize and plan maintenance activities.

Process Improvement & Optimization:

+ Continuously evaluate maintenance processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and cost effectiveness.

+ Utilize WCM manufacturing principles/ TPM / Lean, etc, to streamline maintenance operations and reduce waste.

+ Drive the implementation of new technologies and methodologies to improve maintenance performance.

Safety & Compliance:

+ Ensure that all safety rules and LOTO procedures during maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, plant policies, and industry standards.

+ Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions to maintain a safe working environment.

+ Lead incident investigations related to maintenance activities, identifying corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Budget & Resource Management:

+ Optimize the use of resources to meet maintenance and production goals within budget constraints.

+ Oversee the procurement of spare parts and maintenance supplies, ensuring inventory levels are maintained.

Reporting & Documentation:

+ Keep the clear communication with the staff on machine status, availability and issues.

+ Maintain KPIs & KAIs and logs for all the machine activities, findings, repairs, and parts replacements.

+ Prepare and present regular reports on maintenance performance, including downtime analysis, cost tracking, and equipment reliability metrics.

+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, work orders, and equipment history.

Minimum requirements

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ 5+ years of experience in maintenance management within a manufacturing environment such as assembly lines and stamping presses

+ 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams of maintenance personnel

Preferred skills and experiences

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable strategies

+ Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and influence others

+ Experience with PLC programming, (Allen-Bradley), industrial controls, HMI/SCADA development, industrial networks, and instrumentation

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals

+ Strong experience on machine troubleshooting, PLC Allen Bradley, and Maintenance skillsRSRWH

What we offer

Generous benefits package (https://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/work-with-us-ca-experienced/) , Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).

Additional information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. 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.

+ **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.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .

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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