Whirlpool

Whirlpool

Materials Technician - Perrysburg, Ohio

Perrysburg,Ohio,USA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 29 days ago
SAPAuditingLogisticsProcurementERPInventory ManagementCustomer SupportRoboticsPLCResearchLeadershipProblem SolvingNetSuite

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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.

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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 is the technical expert for inventory control, internal/external auditing support, material movement logistics, and the troubleshooting of systems and machinery that support the material flow process.
  • Validate SAP cycle count records and investigate out of tolerance issues and uncommitted/excess inventory.
  • Track and ensure adherence to internal and external inventory compliance metrics, and prepare data to support Finance and external auditing requirements.
  • Actively lead, follow, and participate in all TPM, WCM, and lean activities.
  • Coach and train staff on Workplace Organization (WO) tools, such as 5S, and lead problem-solving initiatives using structured methodologies like 5 Whys and root cause analysis to eliminate inefficiencies and quality issues.
  • Develop package designs to meet specific requirements for the product's nature, transportation methods, cost, and legal compliance.
  • Technical Operations & Maintenance Support:
  • Perform machine setup and programming duties related to material processing, such as operating a computer-controlled laser machine to trim excess material.
  • Provide technical support, including troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems related to material handling and processing equipment.

Requirements

  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier items with assistance.
  • Ability to move or transport materials across a facility, which may require operating material-handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks or powered lift trucks).
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in materials management, logistics, or a related technical manufacturing field.
  • Systems Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Fishbowl, or NetSuite) and ERP systems.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Systems Proficiency:
  • Expert-level proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Fishbowl, or NetSuite) and ERP systems.
  • Compute the precise amount of material required to complete specific job orders to minimize waste and stockouts.

Nice to have

  • Working knowledge of automated systems (robotics, PLC) is a plus.

Skills

  • Ability to read and interpret complex part prints, mechanical drawings, and schematics.
  • Strong foundational math skills for calculating material requirements and auditing inventory counts.
  • WCM/Lean Knowledge:

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.

Benefits

  • This includes coordinating flow of commodities and parts to ensure an uninterrupted supply and actively working on Safety Stock optimization.

Company info

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