Requisition ID:63039ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATIONWhirlpool 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 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 ofThe Quality Generalist team conducts internal quality controls concerning particular areas or company products to ensure they fulfill given quality procedures and norms. Monitors and records inconsistencies with quality procedures and norms. Preparing quality analyses and recommends necessary quality procedure changes.This role in summaryDay to day Quality issues addressing Mechanical parts with the suppliers. Apply problem solving techniques and address the resolution of the issues with suppliers (8D)Your responsibilities will includeDay to day Quality issues address at Plant and work with suppliers for improvement actionsAnalysis of the quality performance and capability of Suppliers , Drive 8D & support line continuity Visit suppliers to perform process characterization and 8D Action effectivenessChampion Critical Parameters Management (CPM) with suppliers identified in your commodity space. Conduct Process Audits, Process Characterization and Run@Rate at the supplier's facility. Drive Quality improvement with suppliers through the use of structured tools like 8D Reports, DDDW, Six Sigma and Lean principles. Manage information on supplier's quality performance metrics in the field & at Whirlpool's manufacturing divisions (SIR, PPM, CAL). Use that information to support FSD, the definition of the commodity quality strategy and the education of process partners on supplier's quality performance. Drive a quality culture aligned to Zero Defect with suppliers and process partners of the commodity space. Handline day to day line and incoming quality issues , coordination with supplier and incoming quality mfg team Definition of actions to enhance supplier's performance. Discussing quality strategy for commodity space with the CM & Engineering leads involved on the development of the technology and suppliers roadmap To review supplier's progress on the qualification of new parts using APQP / FMEA / MSA / SPC / PPAP and Run@Rate Critical quality issues impacting product performance in the field or at one of Whirlpool's manufacturing divisions Apply problem solving techniques and address the resolution of the issues with suppliers (8D) Assessment of supplier's capability and qualification levels Definition of plans to develop suppliers in the needed areas.Minimum requirementsEDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONSMechanical (Full-time)EXPERIENCE/ PREFERRED INDUSTRY3-5 yrsPreferred skills and experiencesPreferably in the Consumer / home appliance /Automotive industry. MNC background preferred.Additional informationFUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Excellent presentation skills, well conversant with Google Sheets , word & powerpoint. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES :Good Communication SkillsConnect with us and learn more about Whirlpool CorporationSee 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 andYouTube .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.
