Requisition ID: 71429 

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 Specialist Technician. This is an onsite role at our Edgewater Tech Center in Michigan.

As a Specialist Technician, you will test cooking appliances to applicable standards or internal specifications and generate datasheets or reports. Attention to detail and adherence to established protocols will directly impact the quality and accuracy of test results. You will work with a cross-functional team to maintain the highest data integrity standards and with an experienced technician to ensure testing can be completed promptly.

Your responsibilities will include

• Welding thermocouples and securing them to the component(s) within a cooking appliance to monitor and record temperatures

• Move appliances from dock to test stations   

• Follow and perform complex testing procedures under the supervision of another technician.

• Provide technical support to project teams and communicate test results 

• Generating datasheets and test reports with the assistance of a more experienced technician. 

• Work on multiple test plans under the supervision of a lab technician to ensure testing is completed promptly.

• Work to update test equipment and methods in the lab.

Minimum requirements

• High School Diploma or GED 
• 1+ years of experience using laboratory equipment such as basic tools, temp chambers, measuring (rulers or electronic scales), or data acquisition tools

Preferred skills and experiences

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Whirlpool Cooking and Refrigeration products

• Experience with UL, CSA, or ANSI safety standards and test methods

• Electrical & mechanical aptitude 

• Basic computer knowledge

• HVAC experience

• Electronics experience

• Continuous Improvement and 5S mindset

What we offer

Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).

Additional information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day.  We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:

• Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. 

• Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

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.

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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