Packaging Lead - 1st Shift - Ottawa, OH

Whirlpool • Ottawa, OH

76d • $27

About The Position

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. Our Ottawa Materials team is looking for a Packaging Lead for 1st Shift 6am-2:30pm. Wage rate $27.50/hour.

Requirements

• Flexibility and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks.
• The ability and knowledge to utilize and learn tools and software (SAP, Whirpack, P2P etc.).
• Must possess sound judgment, planning and analytical skills.
• Self-motivation to identify and implement solutions to packaging issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic problem solving skills required to drive solutions & kaizen improvements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of WCM Principles and ability to apply to packaging.
• Working knowledge of Google software and other programs including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams to drive exceptional results.
• Associates Degree or in process of obtaining.

Responsibilities

• Design, purchase, and implement packaging for each part used within the plant.
• Abide by all Whirlpool packaging standards spelled out in the Whirlpool Packaging Manual.
• Work with New Model Planning and external materials teams on new parts or changing parts that will be introduced to the plant.
• Work with WO to determine optimal lineside packaging solutions.
• Implement Kaizens for cost savings projects.
• Build business cases for RVP (returnable vendor packaging) which include obtaining cost quotes from various vendors, freight cost and fleet size analysis, piece price changes, and other attributable savings and costs.
• Conduct line trials on various packaging changes.
• Communication of packaging change management to the plant.
• Resolve issues with shortages in the various RVP fleets.
• Approve or deny packaging deviations sent by suppliers when they are short RVP.
• Work with suppliers and Penske to resolve freight damage issues related to packaging design.
• Ensure packaging fulfillment metric for returning the correct amount of empty RVP back to suppliers.
• Ownership of Whirlpack data and working with suppliers to ensure compliance.
• PFEP process and data ownership, ensuring compliance both internally and externally.
• RVP cycle counting and inventory tracking.
• Creating RVP shipments based on demand from Whirlpack.
• Manage RFID tracking process.
• Lead and Participate in packaging related initiatives that support material flow throughout the supply chain.
• Other tasks related to packaging, material flow, or supporting the Materials Engineering Team as assigned by your People Leader.

Benefits

• Up to 40+ hours of paid training
• Up to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k and other benefits available immediately
• We offer manufacturing careers
• Tuition reimbursement
• Apprenticeships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree