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Whirlpool Corporation Maintenance Journeyman - 3rd Shift - Ottawa, OH in Ottawa, Ohio
Requisition ID: 70895
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 Journeyman Maintenance role at our Ottawa Manufacturing Plant. This role will be onsite. Pay rate for this role will be $36.75 an hr. The work hours are 3rd Shift.
In this role you will Maintain efficient and safe operations of all equipment, machinery to support plant operations in the manufacture of Whirlpool refrigeration products that meet production and quality standards.
Your responsibilities will include
Locate, troubleshoot and repair breakdowns and problems of machinery and complete required paperwork
Use Lean principles, World Class Manufacturing (WCM), PM and AM support, EWO tools, and 5S as a tool to help our plant run more efficiently
Perform Preventive Maintenance on all equipment, machinery as scheduled, per guidelines and complete required forms and paperwork
Perform his/her job within acceptable safety, environmental, quality, productivity and performance standards as outlined in plant policies, handbooks and applicable work instructions
Handle all materials and tools and perform all electrical, electronics, mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics maintenance and repair of all equipment, machinery as needed
Identify and locate problems and take corrective action in a timely manner to reduce production downtime and to assure all equipment and machinery is in efficient and safe operating condition
Work Effectively on own without direct supervision but respond to other employees and supervisor’s requests and work effectively in a team environment
Upgrade and rebuild equipment and machinery, install electrical drops, assemble new components, design new circuits, etc. as required to assure production lines are running correctly and safely. Ensure machines and equipment are maintained in good, safe condition
Experience of Relay Logic, Programmable Controllers, 3 – Phase Electrical Circuits / Motors and Direct and alternating Current Theory.
Experience in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Hydraulics, Pneumatics Maintenance within a manufacturing environment
Ability to pass LOTO test after training
Minimum requirements
High school diploma or GED
Journeyman’s Card OR 5+ years of maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.
Preferred skills and experiences
Completion of Industrial Maintenance courses or technical certificate preferred
Experience with metal stamping presses and thermoforming machine molds
Knowledge and understanding of Safety Procedures and Regulations at Whirlpool
Understanding of mathematics (trigonometry, geometry)
Work well on own without direct supervision but able to respond to directions and job assignments
Work well with other employees in a team environment
Locate, trouble – shoot and correct die and mold problems
Flexibility to work long hours and other work schedules as needed
Why should you apply?
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
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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.