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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\nPlease submit a resume to be considered for this role.\nThe Metrology Technician develops, evaluates, and maintains the sophisticated calibration systems used to measure physical and chemical phenomena. You will define the standards for length, mass, time, temperature, and electrical current, ensuring that all instrumentation meets rigorous accuracy and precision requirements. This is a highly technical role that combines physics, mathematics, and engineering to quantify and minimize measurement uncertainty.\nYour responsibilities will include\nMeasurement System Governance: Develop, evaluate, and maintain sophisticated calibration systems. Define the standards for base and derived units (length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, pressure, flow, velocity).\n\nPrecision Metrology & Inspection: Serve as the division expert for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Program, set up, and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). Use other precision tools like height gauges, optical comparators, and various plug and thread gauges.\n\nError Analysis & Quality Improvement: Identify and quantify sources of error (Uncertainty Analysis) and adjust measurement capabilities to minimize errors. Conduct process audits (Layered Process Audits) and perform root cause analysis (5W+1H, 5 Whys) to ensure quality compliance and defect prevention.\n\nAnalytical Testing & Claims Resolution: Perform analytical tests on raw materials and finished products (e.g., purity, particle size, hardness). Inspect products at job sites to substantiate customer claims and formulate compensation offers.\n\nTechnical Leadership & Advocacy: Direct engineering, quality, and laboratory teams in the design and selection of approved measurement standards. Serve as the internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) and represent the organization in industrial standardization committees (such as NIST or ISO).\n\nEquipment & Facility Maintenance: Perform general maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production and facility equipment, including electrical, mechanical, CNC, PLC, and robot automation. May set up and operate metalworking tools to make and repair parts, and construct physical flow racks for continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nMinimum requirements\nEducation: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. An Associate Degree in a technical or engineering discipline is strongly preferred.\n\nExperience: Minimum of five (5) years of documented, combined experience in Metrology, CMM Programming, or Industrial Maintenance/Skilled Trades in a manufacturing environment.\n\nTechnical Knowledge:\nProficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and electrical/mechanical schematics.\n\nDemonstrated experience with CMM programming (e.g., PC-DMIS) and various precision measurement tools.\n\nWorking knowledge of industrial maintenance, including troubleshooting PLC logic (e.g., Allen Bradley), VFDs, CNC, and 480V electrical systems.\n\nAbility to apply statistical analysis and execute Measurement System Evaluations (MSE) and Gage R&R studies.\n\nPreferred skills and experiences\nCertifications: Completion of a four-year apprenticeship, State Journeyman Card in a relevant trade, or ASQ Certified Quality Technician is highly desirable.\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":4944,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"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":["Home Appliances"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-22T21:32:07Z"}],"liveness":{"score":65,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.861,"p_room":0.75,"age_days":37,"expected_fill_days":51,"reasons":["conf:2","urgency","velocity","win:late","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/whirlpool-corporation-metrology-technician-hourly-3","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/whirlpool-corporation-metrology-technician-hourly-3.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-25T03:39:27Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3987,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":1013,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-26T00:00:00Z"}}}