Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here.

Job Description

ABOUT THE JOB

This role will be assigned to a primary department (Packaging & Shipping, while also being cross trained to perform entry level support functions throughout manufacturing, as workload deems appropriate.

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL

Solar Innovations is committed to providing a safe workplace and promoting the health and safety of our Associates. Workplace safety and managing the operation of our Company in an environmentally responsible manner is the responsibility of each Associate.  Associates are responsible for participating in our Company’s incident and injury prevention programs as well as our Company’s environmental programs.  All associates must comply with our environmental, health and safety policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform support functions in various departments, which may include some or all of the following:Assist with fabricating wood crates in accordance with product size requirementsOperate mobile equipment to transport materials between departmentsAssist other team members with physically moving/carrying materials from one location to anotherSecure products in crates and close crates in compliance with safety and quality standardsPrepare and protect extrusions and related parts for shipmentUtilize hand tools to assemble small component made-to-stock parts (ex. hinges), while meeting or beating established production quotasPrep rails by attaching all gaskets, basic hardware, and setting blocks to the rail for the assembly processPull materials for manufacturing and ensure physical inventory records are maintainedPrepare and protect products, as needed, for the Packing DepartmentPrep parts for the finishing processRemove bars from the dip tank following its cycle and hang bars on racks for the drying processMove parts and extrusions in and out of the ovensSupport the Warehousing Team to pull inventory, as needed, according to the production schedulePerform physical counts of inventory on handPerform inspections, as needed, to ensure quality parts; immediately report damaged or scratched materialsProvide support for thermal break machining functionsAssemble various fenestration products, in alignment with the production scheduleVisually check parts and/or glass for scratches, dings, and dents prior to assemblyAssist with housekeeping, organization, and continuous improvement projects as assignedMaintain a clean and safe environmentOther duties as assigned

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:  

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experienceAbility to safely lift up to 50lbs on a frequent basisPrevious experience with hand toolsAbility to complete basic mathematical calculationsAbility to read a tape measure

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1 – 2 Years of experience in a related position, preferably in carpentry, construction, and/or manufacturingAbility to meet and maintain certification requirements to operate various types powered industrial trucks (ex. forklift, aerial lift, scissor lift, etc.)Ability to meet and maintain certification requirements to operate overhead cranesExperience with reading shop drawingsGeneral computer skills

Additional Information

BENEFITS

All the Insurance coverage you’d expect like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, 401K all effective on your date of hire, and a bonus program plus generous PTOScholarship program for children of employeesAnnual merit and incentive programsCharitable gift matchingAdoption Assistance

EMPLOYEE PERKS

Culture committed to work-life balancePrograms in place to support professional development and career growthStock purchase program and charitable gift matchingAssociate Purchase Program on All Fortune Brands ProductsWear your jeans to work! 

WORK LIFE BALANCE

Travel & expense reimbursement program

At Fortune Brands Innovations, 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 (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN 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

FBIN 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.