Manager Operations/Production

Whirlpool Corporation

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Faridabad,Haryana,IND Until 8/23/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 20, 2025 Last posted May 20, 2025
Job description

Requisition ID: 67405 

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 of

The Operations/Production team plans, directs and monitors all production activities within an assigned area or unit to maximize the use of the organization's resources and meet established production specifications, schedules and quality standards. Liaise with functional or operational area managers to understand their current and future product needs and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for integrating these needs into existing manufacturing activities.

This role in summary

To ensure that the yield of the Production line is in accordance with the required safety, quality, cost , morale and productivity

Your responsibilities will include

Total productivity of the line
Responsible for the delivery, LGT (Line Go Through), OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), scrap cost reduction, quality & productivity of Production line
Analyze  and bridge gaps in production against capacity by identifying pain areas, preparing action plan and driving the change with CFT (Cross Functional Team)
Ensure overall yield of the Door Foaming, Cabinet foaming and pre-foaming 
Quality maintenance and safety
Keep a check on parameters like scrap cost and CAL (Customer Assurance Lab) A defects related to cabinet and Door foaming
Monitor LGT related to Foaming, OEE and A defects 
Monitor safety and quality QCO requirements 
Networking
External:
1. Maintain healthy relations with contractors of casual labour 
2. Meeting up with suppliers of consumables, machines and tooling on monthly basis to understand any changes required and ensure streamlined production
3. Interact with direct consumer twice a year, gather field complaints & identify areas of improvements

Financial Management
Carry out ISO, OHSAS,WCM  audits on yearly basis
Carry out inventory audits for work in progress on quarterly basis
Plan budget for the monthly and half-yearly consumables
People Management
Engage and align the workforce to the productivity objectives and targets 
Monitor yield, OEE, scrap and LGT on the line on daily basis
Address and resolve IR (Industrial relations) and safety issues on the production line 
WCM
                      Manages the performance to team and identifies their training and development needs
                      Guides and motivates team
                      Maintain and manage critical spares
                      Maintain an online checklist for WCM adherence
                      Hands on knowledge of plant AM
 

Minimum requirements

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

B.Tech/B.E. (in Mechanical/Production)

AGE

30  to 35

EXP.

9-15 years

Preferred skills and experiences

TECHNICAL

  • Knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing

  • Experience in using Kaizen, 6 sigma and continuous improvement tools

  • Knowledge of Quality control tools

  • Preferred knowledge/experience with MOST (Maynard Operation Sequence Technique) study/ work study

  • Use problem solving tools like Opex

  • Coordination with CFTs

 

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MANAGERIAL

  • Unleash talent – develop & inspire people to deliver extraordinary results & contribute to their full potential

  • One Whirlpool – breakdown barriers, team with others and  win together Thorough knowledge of all business functions

  • Knowledge of the processes of design & projects teams

  • Basic knowledge of HR and IR

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

See 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.

About this role

Summary

Manage production activities to ensure quality, safety, and productivity.

Job title

Manager Operations/Production

Experience level

9-15 years

Industry

appliances

Location requirements

Faridabad, Haryana, India; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

b.techmechanicalproductionisoohsaswcm

Preferred skills

lean manufacturingkaizen6 sigmaquality controlmostopex

Specializations

lean manufacturingquality controlcontinuous improvementproblem solvingteam management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Faridabad, Haryana, India

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