Whirlpool

Whirlpool

Metrology Technician (Hourly)

Greenville,Ohio,USA

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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

  • This role in summary Our Greenville facility is hiring a Metrology Technician to develop, evaluate, and maintain the sophisticated calibration systems used to measure physical and chemical phenomena.
  • Develop, evaluate, and maintain sophisticated calibration systems.
  • Conduct process audits (Layered Process Audits) and perform root cause analysis (5W+1H, 5 Whys) to ensure quality compliance and defect prevention.
  • Perform analytical tests on raw materials and finished products (e.g., purity, particle size, hardness).
  • Direct engineering, quality, and laboratory teams in the design and selection of approved measurement standards.
  • Perform general maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production and facility equipment, including electrical, mechanical, CNC, PLC, and robot automation.

Requirements

  • Lifting & Mobilit y: Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds (with or without assistance).
  • Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and electrical/mechanical schematics.
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds (with or without assistance).

Nice to have

  • Minimum of five (5) years of documented, combined experience in Metrology, CMM Programming, or Industrial Maintenance/Skilled Trades in a manufacturing environment.
  • Technical Knowledge:
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and electrical/mechanical schematics.
  • Demonstrated experience with CMM programming (e.g., PC-DMIS) and various precision measurement tools.
  • Working knowledge of industrial maintenance, including troubleshooting PLC logic (e.g., Allen Bradley), VFDs, CNC, and 480V electrical systems.
  • Ability to apply statistical analysis and execute Measurement System Evaluations (MSE) and Gage R&R studies.
  • Preferred skills and experiences An Associate Degree in a technical or engineering discipline is strongly preferred.
  • Completion of a four-year apprenticeship, State Journeyman Card in a relevant trade, or ASQ Certified Quality Technician is highly desirable.

Skills

  • Other: Good vision and excellent verbal/written communication skills are essential.

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.

Company info

  • Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

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