HR Generalist - Ottawa, OH

Requisition ID: 62068

ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit, Yummly and InSinkErator. In 2022, the company reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales, 61,000 employees and 56 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at ~~~.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Analyst, Human Resources (HR) Operations role located at our Ottawa, OH PLANT manufacturing facility. This role reports to the Manager of Human Resources Operations for US Manufacturing and Distribution Centers. The incumbent will have an indirect reporting relationship with the Ottawa, OH PLANT Business HR Leader; sharing ideas, ownership, and accountability for driving improvements and consistency of execution for key HR processes.

This role is onsite 5 days a week.

Your responsibilities will include

• Lead workforce planning and management activities including staffing level planning, time keeping, job bidding, shift assignment, and employee data management

• Provide guidance and coaching on local policies and practices

• Support employees and people leaders with inquiries, concerns, and workplace investigations

• Lead and participate in HR Operations projects by providing feedback, insights, and continuous improvement ideas

• Execute and administer various responsibilities associated with turnover and absenteeism data collection and analysis

• Collaborate with other on-site HR personnel for best practice sharing

• Support and oversee administration and execution of annual HR processes including but not limited to annual enrollment, engagement surveys, wage planning and adjustment.

• Regularly partner across the HR Operations team on HR, employee relations, and timekeeping practices and systems

• Flextime on occasion to support all operation shifts

• Travel up to 10% for meetings and events

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

• 3+ years of Human Resources or Administrative experience in employee data management, employee relations, providing guidance on local HR policies/practice, or project management.

Preferred skills and experiences

• Knowledge and exposure to Lean Manufacturing Systems, such as World Class Manufacturing

• Critical thinking and analytical skills regularly to identify issues and trends while developing solutions and/or recommendations to address the root cause

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite and/or Google Suite

• 1+ years of manufacturing experienceRSRWH

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At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. 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.