Requisition ID: 66075 

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.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking a qualified candidate for a Journeyman to join our Ottawa Maintenance department. This role will be responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes. This role will directly support our Ottawa plant operations in the manufacturing of Whirlpool refrigeration products that meet production and quality standards.

 

Pay Rate: $35.75

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.Minimum requirements Journeyman’s Card OR 10+ years of maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.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 trainingPreferred skills and experiences Effective communication skillsBasic computer skillsExperience working in continuous improvement environmentWhy should you apply? Retention Bonus of $250 after startUp to 80+ hours of paid trainingUp to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)Medical, dental, vision, 401k and other benefits start day ONEWe offer manufacturing careersTuition reimbursement

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