- Location
- Racine, WI,US, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- Eightfold
Description
Requisition ID: 72349
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
The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial manufacturing equipment. This role focuses on minimizing downtime, maintaining high-quality standards, and supporting the production team through proactive maintenance and technical expertise in a fast-paced environment.
## Your responsibilities will include
- Safety & Compliance: Work safely in a busy manufacturing environment. Maintain LOTO certification and adhere to NFPA 70E standards and company safety policies.
- Operational Excellence: Execute production run changeovers, including precise equipment setup and adjustments.
- Problem Solving: Analyze and diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system failures using World Class Manufacturing (WCM) standards and problem-solving methodologies.
- Maintenance: Complete CMMS-generated (Maximo) preventative maintenance and work orders. Perform daily/weekly Autonomous Maintenance tasks, including lubrication, calibration, rebuilds, and component replacement.
- Communication: Actively participate in daily shift changes. Openly communicate across all departments and management levels to resolve issues and drive a "Winning Team" approach.
- Documentation: Document equipment breakdowns and maintenance activities using World Class Manufacturing problem-solving methodology.
- Quality Control: Perform and record quality checks according to specification sheets; follow escalation protocols to prevent production delays.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lifting/Carrying: Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier items with assistance.
- Movement: Must be able to continuously stand or walk for extended periods and frequently bend and squat.
## Minimum requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience: 5+ years in a manufacturing environment with a heavy focus on electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Aptitude: Must pass a technical aptitude test for consideration.
- Schedule: Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.
- Controls & Electrical: Working knowledge of AB PLC logic, Relay logic, and Servo-driven equipment. Proficiency with AC/DC electrical equipment and meters (Voltage, Multi-meter).
- Systems: Deep understanding of Hydraulics and Pneumatics.
- Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret Electrical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Mechanical, and Part drawings.
- Equipment: Proficient use of hand tools (wrenches, sockets), machine tools (drill press, welder, saws, grinders), and measuring devices.
- Computer Skills: Proficient in PC/Mainframe systems, including MS Office (Word, Excel) and CMMS software.
## Preferred requirements
Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance or a related technical discipline
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