Quality Manager
2 months ago
Requisition ID: 63730 ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. 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 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 summaryInSinkErator is looking for a Supplier Development Manager who focuses on enhancing supplier performance in speed and quality by actively engaging suppliers and implementing continuous improvement methodologies. Collaborate with suppliers to identify improvement areas, provide training and resources, and use tools such as Six Sigma, Lean, and PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycles to drive consistent enhancements in processes and outcomes.Your responsibilities will include
Identify product delivery, quality, cost, and quality supplier performance gaps. Develop and implement supplier development strategies that align with company goals.
Audit the supplier through Gemba Walks to ensure that the Process Flows, Failure Modes and Analyses, and Control Plans reflect the supplier's process.
Drive the supplier development process using established process improvement tools, including leading supplier recovery projects as needed.
Demonstrate cross-functional leadership that drives purchased part PPAP approval in 3 weeks or less through standard work and consistent engagement with suppliers, Sourcing, Planning, Sustainment Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering.
Ensure InSinkERator chooses qualified and capable suppliers to support the on-time and on-budget rollout of New Product Introduction (NPI) projects
Develop and manage supplier improvement project funnel that supports InSinkErator's free cash flow and EBITA improvements.
Mentor and train Supplier Development Engineers to ensure consistent application of best practices.
Coordinate and report activities with senior management to align supplier development initiatives with broader business objectives.
Minimum requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
5+ years Quality or Engineering & Technical experience
5+ years of Supplier development experience
Preferred skills and experiences
Bachelor in industrial engineering
Lean Product Development, Six Sigma Certified, Design for Safety/Reliability;
MBA or Master's Degree in Engineering
Business Acumen
Strong desire to grow, learn, and take on new and challenging tasks
Strong analytical skills, experience in solving practical issues, and engaging cross-functional teams of multiple process partners to a consensus
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to meet stringent deadlines; handle multiple tasks
Self-driven and motivated
Additional informationWhirlpool's Ways of WorkingOur goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We apply 'always on' flexibility to all work days. You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
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.
#LI-NL1Connect 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 and YouTube.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.
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