[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Whirlpool jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/whirlpool/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Whirlpool · Clyde, OH # Manager, Operations/Production Clyde, Ohio, USA Manager or lead Manufacturing & Production Listed on Whirlpool’s official careers site. Posted September 9, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Whirlpool’s careers site →](https://jobs.whirlpool.com/careers/job/34403601039) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Whirlpool](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/whirlpool/) / Manager, Operations/Production ## Job description ### Requisition ID 72900 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. The team you will be a part of The Operations/Production team plans, directs and monitors all production activities within an assigned area or unit to maximize the use of the organization's resources and meet established production specifications, schedules and quality standards. Liaise with functional or operational area managers to understand their current and future product needs and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for integrating these needs into existing manufacturing activities. This role in summary We are seeking qualified candidates for a Manager, Operations & Production to join our Clyde Operation located in Clyde, OH. This position will provide leadership in strategic decision making as well as manage operational excellence for our commercial business unit and stainless steel basket operation. This role requires leadership of an operations function utilizing world-class manufacturing methodology to deliver key business metrics. This position is responsible for managing processes and people to meet metrics inclusive of safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Your responsibilities will include - Drive safety, quality, delivery, and productivity of the department and Operations through effective leadership - Lead the development and execution of Operational Strategic Initiatives at Clyde Operations including operationalizing and leading WCM and providing strategic vision within the Factory Master Plan. - Provide direction to the team to focus and deliver KPIs. - Champion diversity and inclusion behaviors. - Proactively seek and value all types of diversity and work to bring out the contributions of everyone - Actively coach and provide feedback to peers, subordinates, and others as appropriate developing future talent. - Build organizational capability through proactive coaching of the direct reports on skill-building and career development - Drive and lead continuous improvement in the organizational, technical and business information processes/systems through Lean/innovative thinking/ideas plant wide. - Be a proactive leader of lean manufacturing and WCM methodologies in business processes and lead the organization in the enterprise-wide lean implementation. - Manage all financial aspects of the business. ### Minimum requirements - Bachelors Degree - 5+ of manufacturing experience ### Preferred skills and experiences - World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Pillars - Lean principles and philosophies - Core understanding of business metrics measuring Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost - Experience driving Operational Excellence initiatives - Continuous Improvement (CI) operations within established quality systems - PC and mainframe applications related to responsibilities - Willingness to take calculated risks, implement new ideas, drive for results and sustain change - Coach, mentor, lead and inspire an engaging work environment - Champion for challenging existing practices and driving innovative solutions - Interpersonal skills and ability to manage conflict resolution - Manage priorities and accountabilities - Attract and develop talented people as well as effectively allocating and utilizing resources ### Additional information Whirlpool’s Ways of Working Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including: - Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. - Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service. #LI-NL1 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 9, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 39 days - Location: Clyde, Ohio, USA[Apply on Whirlpool’s careers site →](https://jobs.whirlpool.com/careers/job/34403601039) ## More jobs at Whirlpool ### [Assembler](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/whirlpool/jobs/ebf8c2f7cdd7a20b9fbc/) Clyde, Ohio, USA ### [Senior Analyst, Materials Lead- Perrysburg](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/whirlpool/jobs/dceaf7b9e30495c3f78d/) Clyde, Ohio, USA ### [Set-Up Press & Weld](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/whirlpool/jobs/d154f2d7186931c57bc8/) Clyde, Ohio, USA ### [Lead Engineer - Clyde](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/whirlpool/jobs/99859cc2b8c67dcaafa5/) Clyde, Ohio, USA ### [Senior Analyst, Engineering- Shift Lead- Perrysburg](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/whirlpool/jobs/3aff8ef75e088b694ee5/) Clyde, Ohio, USA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Production Operations Support Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/32f31e713aa80b7a9dd0/) Lockheed Martin · Arlington, TX ### [Production Operations Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/af65be0eedf1c02fc91e/) Cardinal Health · El Paso, TX ### [Operations Manager – BPF Production Catalogue](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/db5bf96564ac157d8d78/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Bridgewater, New Jersey, United States of America ### [Associate I, Production Operations](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fidelity-national-information-fis/jobs/915c49fe18a957d10ded/) Fidelity National Information (FIS) · Romeoville, IL, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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