Operator I

Key Responsibilities:

Core Duties (DO)
    Conduct color and defect inspections on boards.
    Perform board measurements and align boards on carts.
    Pull and band scrap boards and prepare scrap bundles.
    Prep carts for finished goods bundles attach end tags and package completed finished goods.
    Label products accurately and ensure proper storage of tools after cleaning.
    Operate banders staple guns and pull carts.
    Refill banding roll carts and cut black slip sheeting.
    Move completed tagged units to designated locations (MCP).
    Clear production line jam-ups and assist others in packaging and wrapping units.
    Communicate defects and issues with operators leads and supervisors.
    Inspect groove and side printing for accuracy.
    Assist with First Piece Inspection (FPI) and line clearance.
    Monitor raw material supplies and restock as necessary.
    Isolate and identify defective products per established procedures.
    Dust walls and equipment and clean as per the instruction schedule.
    Perform heavy cleaning tasks such as truck dumps and empty trash.
    Weigh and manage wood bins before disposal.
    Update Tier 1 boards and maintain accurate records (e.g. FPI BOM changeover forms).

Learning and Growth Tasks (LEARN)
    Learn to string up extrusion lines.
    Understand the operation of serialized labeling systems.
    Assist with cooling water removal processes.
    Monitor SPC screens to ensure production quality standards.

Observational Tasks (SEE)
    Observe printing and adherence of completed product tags.
    Ensure tagging and packaging meet required standards.
    Witness updates and maintenance of production paperwork.

Qualifications :

Qualifications and Skills:
    Previous experience in a manufacturing or production setting is preferred but not required.
    Basic mechanical aptitude and an eye for detail.
    Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members.
    Must be comfortable with physical labor including lifting bending and standing for extended periods.

Physical Requirements

    Strength & Endurance:
o    Lift and move boards bundles and raw materials weighing up to insert specific weight e.g. 50 lbs.
o    Perform repetitive tasks such as pulling scrap boards and operating tools like staple guns and banders.
o    Stand for extended periods during production tasks.
    Mobility:
o    Bend squat and stretch to align boards inspect defects and clean equipment.
o    Walk frequently around the work area to assist with packaging move tagged units and monitor the production line.
o    Operate lift trucks and pull carts as needed.
    Dexterity & Coordination:
o    Use hands and fingers to package goods refill banding roll carts and attach serialized labels accurately.
o    Handle tools (staple guns banders) with precision.
o    Align and stack boards on carts and bundles consistently and efficiently.
    Visual Acuity:
o    Inspect groove side printing and finished products for quality and defects.
o    Monitor SPC screens and ensure accurate labeling.
o    Perform color and defect inspections requiring close attention to detail.
    Environmental Tolerance:
o    Work in a manufacturing environment that may include noise vibrations and varying temperatures.
o    Manage heavy cleaning tasks such as dusting walls performing truck dumps and clearing jam-ups.
o    Adapt to handling products in potentially dusty or wet conditions during cooling water removal or cleaning tasks.
    Communication:
o    Ability to communicate defects and operational issues with team members.
o    Collaborate with others during jam-ups packaging and inspection tasks.

Additional Information :

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.

Youll join a team that puts customers first keeps its commitments and cuts through complexity to deliver meaningful results.

If youre looking for an opportunity to make an impact and help shape whats next for our iconic brands wed love to meet you. Apply now.

Explore life at Fortune Brands here.

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: $39540 USD - $45760 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 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 .

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.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time