{"id":390012,"url":"https://alion.io/job/whirlpool-corporation-auto-press-operator","title":"Auto Press Operator","company":{"id":97740,"name":"Whirlpool Corporation","domain":"whirlpool.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/whirlpool-2","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"Eightfold","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":97,"open_postings":135,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.119,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":51,"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"middle","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Cleveland, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":50000,"max_usd":90000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":1182},"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-08-19T19:40:14Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-08-21","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T12:27:48Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":35,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":0,"flags":[],"days_open":35},"description":"Requisition ID: 72957\nAbout Whirlpool Corporation\nWhirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant\npursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen\nand laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving\nneeds of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, includingWhirlpool,KitchenAid,\nJennAir, Maytag,Amana,Brastemp,Consul, andInSinkErator. In 2025, the company reported\napproximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -\n41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional\ninformation about the company can be found atWhirlpoolCorp.com.\nThis role in summary\nTo be considered for this role you must submit a resume\nThis postion is for 2nd shift, Monday - Thursday, 4:00pm - 2:30am\nJob Summary\nThe Auto Press Operator is a highly skilled technical role responsible for the safe and efficient operation, setup, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance of automatic power presses and related metal fabrication equipment. The primary focus is to perform complex die installation, configuration, first-piece quality assurance, and ongoing optimization to maximize equipment uptime and production quality.\nYour responsibilities will include\nJob Duties and Essential Functions\nPress Operation & Material Handling: Start, monitor, and stop automatic power presses, ensuring the machine runs at rated strokes per minute (SPM). Use overhead cranes or forklifts to safely load metal coils onto uncoilers and position heavy parts or dies.\n\nDie Setup and Configuration: Install, align, and secure stamping dies into power presses; adjust ram stroke, shut height, and feed systems to match part specifications. Load CNC or PLC programs for specific jobs and adjust parameters.\n\nAdvanced Fabrication Setup: Set up and operate secondary fabrication equipment, including roll levelers, shears, CNC Press Brakes, CNC Turrets, and Laser Cutting systems. Set up automated welding cells (MIG, Spot, Projection), changing tips/nozzles, and adjusting parameters (current, pressure, gas flow).\n\nQuality & Verification: Run trial parts and grant first piece inspection approval for complex tooling changes. Perform in-depth quality validation using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, fixed gauges, depth gauge) to verify conformance of parts to blueprints, and conduct weld destructive testing (chisel tests). Conduct frequent visual inspections for burrs, cracks, or surface defects.\n\nTroubleshooting and Maintenance: Analyze, diagnose, and troubleshoot complex mechanical, die, tooling, electrical, and programming issues (CNC, PLC) to resolve equipment failures and maintain flow. Perform daily, weekly, and routine preventative/autonomous maintenance, lubrication, and execute minor on-site repairs (e.g., change punch, fix burr, adjust air pressure). Use Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO) when performing adjustments/maintenance.\n\nProduction & Scrap Management: Monitor and empty scrap bins or conveyors to prevent \"slug backup.\" Maintain accurate counts of parts produced and document downtime, mechanical issues, and setup parameters in the daily shift log/MES.\n\nSafety and Continuous Improvement: Strictly adhere to light curtain protocols and two-hand control safety requirements, verifying all safety systems are fully operational. Drive process improvements using formal problem-solving methodologies (e.g., root cause analysis, 5Why) to eliminate inefficiencies and quality defects.\n\nWorkspace Organization: Maintain a clean 5S environment in the area.\n\nMinimum requirements\nRequired Qualifications\nEducation: HS Diploma or GED equivalent is required. An Associate Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent skilled trades coursework is strongly preferred.\n\nExperience & Certifications: Minimum 3-5 years of documented multi-craft setup, die setting, or technical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. Power Press certification, Overhead crane training, Fork truck license/PVO license, and LOTO certification are required or must be obtained within a set timeframe.\n\nTechnical/Product Knowledge:\nAdvanced proficiency in precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, depth gauge).\n\nAbility to read and interpret complex blueprints, part drawings, and technical schematics/layouts.\n\nWorking knowledge of CNC/PLC control systems, welding fundamentals, and metal forming/shearing processes.\n\nDemonstrated experience in root cause analysis and formal problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5Why).\n\nProficiency with heavy hand tools.\n\nPhysical Requirements\nRequires continuous lifting of 1-5 lbs, frequent lifting of 5-35 lbs, and occasional lifting of 35-60 lbs. Stacking parts in containers does not normally exceed 30 lbs in weight.\n\nAbility to stand for 10 hours or more per day. Frequent bending and twisting is required.\n\nRequires use of heavy hand tools, precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers, depth gauge), and operation of overhead cranes/forklifts.\n\nWork is performed in a manufacturing environment requiring the use of approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and arm guards.\n\nWhy should you apply?\nUp to 80+ hours of paid training\nUp to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)\nMedical, dental, vision, 401k, paid holidays, and other benefits available immediately\nQuarterly bonus opportunities! \nTuition reimbursement\nApprenticeship Program(s)\nCareer growth opportunities and development\nConnect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation\nSee 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.\nWhirlpool 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.","description_format":"text","description_chars":6151,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":true},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["401k plan","Growth opportunities"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Consumer Electronics","Internet Services","Transportation & Logistics","Email Services & Providers"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-05T23:06:17Z"},{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-12T17:21:00Z"},{"event":"close","at":"2026-09-14T02:05:11Z"},{"event":"reopen","at":"2026-09-14T05:05:15Z"}],"liveness":{"score":74,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.821,"p_room":0.9,"age_days":35,"expected_fill_days":51,"reasons":["conf:2","urgency","velocity","win:mid","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/whirlpool-corporation-auto-press-operator","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/whirlpool-corporation-auto-press-operator.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-24T14:37:21Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers"}}