Inventory Specialist

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Mocksville, NC, USA
In-Office
42K-50K Annually
Entry level
Manufacturing
Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. (NYSE: FBIN) is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company.
The Role
Maintains inventory accuracy by verifying physical and system records, monitoring material status, conducting cycle counts, recording inventory movements, and supporting month-end inventory. Reports scrap and excess usage, recommends bill-of-material and usage-rate updates, coordinates schedule changes with purchasing and scheduling teams, and provides backup support for inventory and purchasing functions. The role also requires data entry, computer software use, safety compliance, communication, and forklift operation.
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Company Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Fortune Brands Innovations is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re advancing exciting innovations across our portfolio, which includes: Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

At Fortune Brands, we’re building something big. We’re advancing exciting innovations in all of our products and processes. We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

Explore life at Fortune Brands here.

Job Description

  • Be courteous and maintain a good working relationship with supervisors, team leaders, and co-workers.
  • Be self-directed to perform job duties as required and inform area leaders when assistance is needed.
  • Read, comprehend, interpret, and follow all production safety and quality standards.
  • Must be able to do data entry as needed and be proficient in the use of Company computer/software programs.
  • Verify inventory accuracy printed versus actual.
  • Utilizing and monitoring inventory systems to meet accuracy requirements.
  • Stays current on the status of inventory of materials and parts needed to complete the production schedule.
  • Responsible for scrap and excess material usage, reporting, and action taken to match accuracy of systems inventory records.
  • Post and record inventory movement and usage factor making recommendations to modify the Bill of Material and usage rate.
  • Liaison with purchasing and corporate master scheduling on schedule changes and authorization to produce product.
  • Perform, and report on cycle counts in the area of responsibility assigned; adjust the inventory records as required after corrective action has been initiated.
  • Support month end physical inventory as required. Print inventory reports.
  • Be cross functional and multitask orientated within inventory and purchasing area to fill in as a backup to other functions, including but not limited to label printing, and custom window batching of incoming orders. 
  • Abide by all FBIN policies and procedures.
  • Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to read, write and understand work instructions, production standards and Company communications.
  • Ability to work overtime to as needed to meet business needs.
  • Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to add, subtract in all units of measure, using whole numbers.
  • Ability to measure, read, and interpret a tape measure.
  • Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a forklift operator’s license

Additional Information

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $41,620 USD - $50,336 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

Important Notice: Protect Yourself from Fraudulent Job Postings

To protect yourself from fraudulent job postings or recruitment scams, please note that Fortune Brands job postings are exclusively hosted on our website at fbin.com/careers via our SmartRecruiters platform. Fortune Brands will never request banking information or sensitive personal details until an offer of employment has been accepted and the onboarding process begins.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to read, write, and understand work instructions, production standards, and company communications
  • Ability to work overtime as needed to meet business needs
  • Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all organizational levels
  • Ability to add and subtract using whole numbers and all units of measure
  • Ability to measure, read, and interpret a tape measure
  • Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a forklift operator's license

What the Team is Saying

Joel Knippel
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Wendy Nakanishi
Karen Morris
Ace Kim
Fortune Brands Innovations

Fortune Brands Innovations Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are structured with a 401(k) match of 100% on the first 4% of contributions plus a separate annual profit‑sharing contribution, with employee deferrals vesting immediately and profit‑sharing vesting after three years. This design reflects clear company investment in long‑term financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, HSAs/FSAs, telemedicine, wellness programs, health advocacy, life and disability insurance, and EAP‑style resources. On‑site or virtual health supports are also cited in company and third‑party materials.
  • Parental & Family Support Family support is highlighted through paid parental/family leave, fertility and adoption resources, onsite Mother’s Rooms, and subsidized on‑site childcare at the Deerfield headquarters. These offerings indicate meaningful support for family‑building and caregiving needs.

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The Company
HQ: Deerfield, IL
10,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Fortune Brands Innovations is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re advancing exciting innovations across our portfolio, which includes: Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential. We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential.

Why Work With Us

We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

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Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

FBIN supports a hybrid work model that balances flexibility with in‑person collaboration. Deerfield Campus associates work on-site Tuesday through Thursday to support teamwork and connection, with the flexibility to work remote on Monday and Friday.

Typical time on-site: 3 days a week
HQDeerfield, IL

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