Internal Posting- SMC Quality Lab Tech

ABOUT THE JOB

In this role you will have the opportunity to collect and enter data, receive the bulk chemicals as well as maintaining cleanliness of the receiving dock and bulk room, and produce and test the SMC material that is used to make fiberglass skins. You will have the opportunity to interact with logistics team through receiving materials, gain insights to testing equipment and calibrations. You will also develop requisitions for the lab and materials needed for testing.

 

YOUR ROLE: 

The bullet points below reflect roughly 80% of your job. We are a fast-paced company, you may be pulled in a variety of different directions with tasks added or changed.

• Safe work habits• Lock-Out Tag-Out
• 5S / Good housekeeping of the area
• Ability/Willingness to obtain forklift operator license

• Comprehensive understanding of the sheet line operation:• Operations of the mix room, machine operator and back up for the Festooner Operator.
• Doing quality checks, data entry of those quality checks, and make adjustments to glass choppers.

• Ability to obtain a forklift license.
• Understanding of hazardous materials & RCA training.
• Assist engineering with process improvements, data collection and trials.
• Assist with writing new and revising work instructions.
• Assist Quality team with calibration/repair
• Assist with training back-up techs on all tasks and updates on any changes to the process.
• Must be comfortable with working with many types of equipment and many different chemicals and substances.
• Responsible for general housekeeping of the lab and its surrounding areas including cleaning out of equipment such as the water baths.
• Ensure compliance under RCRA standards with all hazardous materials.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate/HSE or equivalent manufacturing experience
• Ability to obtain Forklift License
• Ability to be certified in all LOTO procedures for respective area
• Manage ambiguity while working through stressful situations
• Positive attitude and a willingness to work with others

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: (3-5 bullet points)

• Previous production experience

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Physical demands of performing the duties of this job are outlined in the area specific Physical Demands Analysis.  Please discuss this with your supervisor and HR team for more details.

 

NON- PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Include but are not limited to time pressures, frequent change of tasks, irregular work schedule/overtime, multi-tasking, working closely with others as a team, and tedious or exacting work.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate works around mechanical hazards, noise and or vibration daily.  Extreme temperatures, wetness / humidity and being outdoors.

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

 

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Ability to run respective inventory system (Great Plains, E21, MES etc.).

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to complete daily Pre-Use Inspection Sheets.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. 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.

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.

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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: $49,940 USD - $59,488 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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