Whirlpool

Whirlpool

Sr Supplier Quality Engineer

Greenville,Ohio,USA · Senior

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Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds40
Fits your clock70

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Green-card follow-through: 82%

Of 11 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 2 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 499 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Reported a layoff in this occupation

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Files H-1B transfers

4 transfer filings in the last year, covering 4 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 70 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers.
  • Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborates with suppliers and ensures effective corrective actions are implemented when needed and contributes to supplier quality improvement programs.
  • This role in summary As a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE), you will drive the manufacturing site supply base toward operational excellence.
  • You will ensure compliance with raw material designs, implement supplier audits, manage corrective actions, and oversee PPAP (First Part Approvals).
  • Ensure all components meet design specifications through the PPAP approval process.
  • Manage 8D reports and the Controlled Shipping process to ensure effective containment.
  • Create and execute audit processes based on supplier performance and component criticality.
  • Manage the RMA (Return Material Authorization) procedure, ensuring full SOX compliance for quarantined or rejected materials.
  • Identify quality improvement opportunities and lead problem-solving via Kaizen initiatives.

Requirements

  • Leadership: Proven skills in managing quality associates.
  • Process Expertise: Mastery of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and PPAP processes.
  • Quality Tools: Proficiency in WCM (World Class Manufacturing) tools, specifically 8D Problem Solving and Kaizen.
  • Technical Literacy: Ability to read complex blueprints and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance).

Nice to have

  • Preferred skills and experiences Technical Knowledge: Experience with refrigeration components (motors, compressors, pumps).
  • Bachelor's Degree (Mechanical or Electrical engineering preferred).

Skills

  • 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven skills in managing quality associates.
  • Experience with refrigeration components (motors, compressors, pumps).
  • Process Expertise:
  • Mastery of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and PPAP processes.
  • Quality Tools:
  • Proficiency in WCM (World Class Manufacturing) tools, specifically 8D Problem Solving and Kaizen.
  • Technical Literacy:
  • Ability to read complex blueprints and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and statistical analysis tools.
  • Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
  • Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

Compensation

  • In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers.
  • Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.

Company info

  • What we offer Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day.
  • The team you will be a part of The Quality Assurance team analyzes and implements quality standards for components, materials or services.
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