2022-10-07 | NYSE: WHR | Press release
New video features employees who took advantage of education reimbursement and opportunities for advancement
BENTON HARBOR, Mich., October 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Whirlpool Corp. released a video featuring employees from its local factories in nine different US cities to celebrate Manufacturing Day. Held annually on the first Friday in October, Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) traditionally shines a light on the reality of careers in modern manufacturing by encouraging thousands of businesses across the country to open their doors to students, parents, teachers and community leaders. The new video aims to expose students and other potential job seekers to roles at Whirlpool Corp. and features factory workers explaining why they love working in manufacturing.
“I am extremely grateful to all of our manufacturing team members who work tirelessly to deliver the devices our consumers rely on to improve their lives at home,” said Don Metzelaar, vice president of supply chain. integrated and quality of Whirlpool Corp. “This video showcases our unique and talented workforce through North Americaand explains why working in manufacturing and at Whirlpool Corp. is a rewarding and engaging career path. »
Whirlpool Corporation employees featured in this Build Day Video talk about their roles and how they have had opportunities for educational reimbursement and career advancement. Here are some of those comments:
“Manufacturing is a family affair,” says Mike fought Whirlpool Clyde operations. “My dad, brothers, sister-in-law, cousins and nephew all called Whirlpool my place of work. I’ve played a variety of roles over the past 20 years while developing my career.”
“I work in manufacturing because it’s in our blood. I’m the third generation at the Marion factory,” says Travis Harvey. “Whirlpool has supported my family for many years. It’s close to home and I’ve made a lot of friends over the years here.”
“I like working in a great environment that has room for growth,” says Lynette Mattos Whirlpool Cleveland operations. “When I applied to Whirlpool in 2017, my goal was to grow my career at the same company.”
“I was immediately drawn to the sense of pride and ‘win the day’ attitude that the plant embodied,” says Wise Kegan Whirlpool Findlay operations. “It was such a diverse group of people who came together every day to deliver the business while engaging in a family culture.”
“It’s an opportunity to learn from different fields and make products that you see everywhere,” says Luis Morales hot tub Ramos, Mexico. “You feel like you are part of them.”
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the world’s best kitchen and laundry company, with the constant goal of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is at the forefront of innovation to meet changing consumer needs through its portfolio of iconic brands, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit and Yummly. In 2021, the company reported approximately $22 billion in annual turnover, 69,000 employees and 54 manufacturing and technological research centers. Additional information about the company is available at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
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