Requisition ID: 72387
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.
Our full time Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP): Operations Track provides an experience with award-winning manufacturing operations at production plants that have made Whirlpool Corporation a global leader in manufacturing home appliances. Our expansive factories are vertically integrated, and include final product assembly in addition to supporting operations such as press, fabrication, plastics, paint, and logistics.
Accelerate your career with our Operations Track: a 3-year program of three 12-month rotations. You will master our World Class Manufacturing methodology, deliver impact across the organization, and gain experience in:
Plant Operations teams: Drive productivity and standardized work in roles such as Process Engineering, Materials, Quality, and Industrial Engineering.
Supervisory/Team Leadership: Develop your leadership capabilities as a front-line supervisor of a large production area, delivering on safety, quality, and cost targets.
Central Engineering teams: Support process and product transformation initiatives across our manufacturing plant footprint.
Project assignments and rotations within the program will be in areas such as:
Assembly Operations – process/lean engineering, supervision, model line/new model launches
Logistics – materials planning, delivery, and Lean
Quality – Service incident rates (SIR) and quality assurance engineering
Project Engineering (across Manufacturing subgroups) – standardization of work (SOPs), 5S, Lean engineering, factory master planning
Supervision and Team Leadership in areas such as: assembly, logistics, quality, press, fabrication & finish
Program Benefits & Development
Intentional Mentorship: Partner with a senior manufacturing leader for strategic career guidance and advocacy throughout your journey.
Senior Leadership Exposure: Present directly to leadership each rotation to champion your initiatives and build your network from day one.
Structured Support System: Navigate transitions seamlessly with a dedicated network of peer buddies, program managers, and team leaders.
Continuous Improvement: Gain hands-on training in industry-standard methodologies to drive operational excellence.
Leadership Curriculum: Accelerate your business acumen and strategic thinking while taking on active leadership roles within your peer group.
Career Advancement: Opportunity for promotion upon successful program completion.
Total Rewards & Benefits
Whirlpool offers competitive compensation and benefits, including but not limited to relocation support, annual bonus, 401(k) match, paid time off, insurance plan, fitness reimbursement, health savings accounts, free wellness coaching, fertility and adoption support, parental (maternity and paternity) leave, education support, and free financial coaching.
Manufacturing Leadership Development Program participants will rotate through two manufacturing plant locations during the 3 years of the program. Our North American plant locations are in Ohio, Iowa, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and Massachusetts.
Learn more about our Manufacturing locations and the communities where we live & work here!
Completion of Bachelor's degree by May 2027
Majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Operations/Operations Management, or a related area
Current cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher
Must have indefinite US work authorization. Applicants who require visa sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for this program. For this position, Whirlpool Corporation will not sponsor visas for candidates.
Must have access to reliable transportation and be geographically mobile
All candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be asked to complete our online assessment as a next step in the recruitment process.
Proven decision-making skills and ability to solve business problems through innovation and creativity
Demonstrated ability to lead and work with teams to drive and achieve extraordinary results
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment
Previous internship or co-op experience working in a similar environment or company of similar size/scope to Whirlpool Corporation; within a manufacturing environment, a plus
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.
Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
