Responsible for; support the development of engineered solutions to solve technical problems in; manufacturing production, research and development, quality inspection, and maintenance. Assists engineers, inspects products, conducts tests, and collects data. Support the coaching, training, and adoption of engineered solutions to the production teams.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:
- Promote a safe, clean, and compliant work environment by supporting housekeeping, safety systems, and risk mitigation efforts.
- Troubleshoot and improve HDPE board manufacturing processes using RCA, DOE, and other problem-solving tools.
- Collaborate with Engineering and R&D on product and process development, modifications, and testing through support efforts as well as project ownership.
- Develop, document, and validate setup procedures and process standards for PE board equipment.
- Inspect products and processes to identify defects and drive quality improvements.
- Train and support operators through hands-on instruction and team engagement.
- Help meet daily production goals and ensure accurate performance reporting by tracking and reporting out on Line rates, quality, and availability. Tasks to include running lines with a focus on coaching and development of TTL’s and operators.
- Support custom sample trials and perform additional duties as assigned.
- Support tooling and production through tool trial, run offs, and die cleanings as needed.
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma minimum, prefer at least an associate's degree.
- 2-5 years direct manufacturing experience with extrusion operations.
- 2-3 years experience in a process support or technical support role.
- 1-2 years previous supervisory experience preferred.
- Direct involvement with quality systems.
- Direct involvement with safety systems.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work 12 hour shifts in a continuous manufacturing operation.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Experience with MS Word and Excel.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
- The employee must possess manual agility and the ability to maintain a constant quick pace is required.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Fortune Brands Innovations (NYSE: FBIN) is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company with a portfolio of trusted brands, including Moen, House of Rohl, Therma-Tru, Larson, Master Lock, Yale residential, and Sentry Safe.
We are building a company that is determined to win, and we are clear about how: strong brands, great people, and disciplined execution.
You'll join a team that puts customers first, keeps its commitments, and cuts through complexity to deliver meaningful results.
If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact and help shape what's next for our iconic brands, we'd love to meet you. Apply now.
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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: USD - 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.
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Skills Required
- High school diploma
- Associate degree
- 2-5 years of direct manufacturing experience with extrusion operations
- 2-3 years of experience in a process support or technical support role
- Previous supervisory experience
- Direct involvement with quality systems
- Direct involvement with safety systems
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a continuous manufacturing operation
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to stand, use hands, reach, and maintain a fast pace during production work
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 45 pounds
What the Team is Saying
Fortune Brands Innovations Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health plans include medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA/FSA options, employer HSA contributions, and wellness and mental-health programs. Company materials also reference fitness reimbursements, employee assistance services, and family-building benefits.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is available with company matching, and some roles reference profit sharing. An SEC-filed document specifies a 100% match on the first 4% of contributions for certain positions, indicating meaningful retirement support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is described as generous, with examples around 20 days to four weeks and increases with tenure in some cases. Company disclosures also outline parental support and family-building assistance for U.S. associates.
Fortune Brands Innovations Insights
What We Do
Fortune Brands Innovations (NYSE: FBIN) is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company with a portfolio of trusted brands, including Moen, House of Rohl, Therma-Tru, Larson, Master Lock, Yale residential, and Sentry Safe. We are building a company that is determined to win, and we are clear about how: strong brands, great people, and disciplined execution. Our teams put customers first, keep commitments, and cut through complexity to deliver meaningful results. Together, we're shaping what's next for our iconic brands and the markets we serve.
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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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.
