Matthew Pieper
Marion,IA
Summary
Focused Lean Sigma Tech for the Environmental Pillar in a World Class Management Program by providing support and leading to improve costs while working in the framework of Federal, State, and Local Environmental Regulations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Environmental Lean Tech
Whirlpool Corporation
02.2024 - Current
- Reduced environmental risks through thorough site assessments and hazard identification.
- Developed corporate sustainability goals, integrating environmentally conscious practices and KPIs.
- Collected and analyzed data for EPCRA/EPA Tier II and R reporting compliance.
- Negotiated waste removal contracts, achieving annual cost savings of $216,000.
- Managed diverse EHS financial accounts, ensuring timely processing for on-time payments.
- Maintained strong vendor relationships to support environmental responsibility initiatives.
WCM_AM Lean Sigma Tech
Whirlpool Corporation
11.2018 - Current
- Achieved over $1 million in cost savings through AM_WCM methodology implementation.
- Created presentations utilizing plant KPIs for internal and external audits.
- Trained 100+ operators in AM_WCM tools including Kaizen and SOPs.
- Developed operator skills in machine operation and tooling changeovers with trainers.
- Promoted respect and inclusion as a member of the Global Inclusion Committee.
- Collaborated on installing timers to reduce energy consumption by 899,000 kWh annually.
Plastics Operator
Whirlpool Corporation
08.2001 - 11.2018
- Responsible for providing 400+ Refrigerator Liners / Day to Assembly
- Responsible for inspection and quality of liners using Parametric calibrators
- Served as Lead Thermoforming Trainer for those new to the department
- Participated in Lean Sigma Events such as Kaizen, SMED, and Workplace Organization pillar competencies such as 5s and Muda, Mura and Muri
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
North Dakota State University
Fargo, NDSkills
- Project coordination
- Collaborative team development
- Data interpretation
- Training facilitation skills
- Effective communicator
- Experienced with Google tools
- Customer service
- Documentation and reporting
Certification
- 24 HAZWOPPER Certification
- Hazard Communications
- Superfund and Right-to-Act Certification
- Storing & Shipping Hazardous Waste-Ops
- Humantech Advanced Industrial Ergonomics Certification
- BSA Wood Badge Leadership Course.
Activities
- Gardening / Master Gardener
- Youth Minister 5th & 6th Grade
- Hiking/Walking
Timeline
EHS Environmental Lean Tech
Whirlpool Corporation
02.2024 - Current
WCM_AM Lean Sigma Tech
Whirlpool Corporation
11.2018 - Current
Plastics Operator
Whirlpool Corporation
08.2001 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
North Dakota State University