Sr Supplier Quality Engineer

Whirlpool · Greenville, OH

Level: Senior
Team: Quality
Degree: Preferred
Experience asked: 5+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 4 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A senior quality role at Whirlpool (industrial) in Greenville, OH. You will drive the manufacturing site supply base toward operational excellence.

They ask for: 5+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names: Kaizen, Root cause, PPAP, APQP, GD&T, Supplier quality

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How this role compares

Against 41 other live quality postings in Ohio.

Experience asked: Typical (5+ years)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Root cause 69%
ISO 9001 50%
✓ PPAP 50%
✓ Supplier quality 48%
FMEA 43%
✓ APQP 36%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, Assembly lines, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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This plant: Whirlpool in Greenville

1 other open role at this site.

Senior Process Engineer (Assembly) · Process · Senior

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responsibilities

will include

◆Approval & Compliance: Ensure all components meet design specifications through the PPAP approval process. Determine the approval/rejection of components based on impact to production.
◆Issue Resolution: Provide "Rapid Response" diagnostics for assembly line issues. Manage 8D reports and the Controlled Shipping process to ensure effective containment.
◆Supplier Auditing: Create and execute audit processes based on supplier performance and component criticality.
◆Operational Finance: Manage the RMA (Return Material Authorization) procedure, ensuring full SOX compliance for quarantined or rejected materials.
◆Continuous Improvement: Identify quality improvement opportunities and lead problem-solving via Kaizen initiatives.
◆Leadership: Supervise Engineer Technicians and provide direction on corrective actions and rework implementation.

requirements

✓Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Mechanical or Electrical engineering preferred).
✓Experience: 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
✓Leadership: Proven skills in managing quality associates.

Preferred skills and experiences

✓Technical Knowledge: 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).
✓Software: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and statistical analysis tools.

What we offer

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. 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.

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.

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 .

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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 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 .

The team you will be a part of

The Quality Assurance team analyzes and implements quality standards for components, materials or services. Applies measures, sampling methods, testing methodology and other procedures to ensure that quality standards are met. Prepares reports and recommends improvements. 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). You will work closely with Procurement to ensure the robust development of the supplier network.

Note: This position requires availability for all shifts and includes supervising Engineering Technicians.

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