Production Operator

Production Operator 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. The Production Operator I is responsible for managing the production process and work area from grooving to the finished product, including handling and reloading packaging materials for the production line, in a 24/7 environment. This role ensures product quality, workplace safety, efficient organization, and adherence to established processes. It requires technical expertise, the ability to perform core skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining smooth operations. This position starts at $19.00 per hour. There is an additional $1.00 per hour for night shifts. Immediate promotion opportunities. The Operator II is responsible for overseeing the process and managing the work area, including tasks from the mezzanines to the groover, as well as handling and reloading raw materials onto the production line for the production line, in a 24/7 environment. This role ensures product quality, workplace safety, efficient organization, and adherence to established processes. It requires technical expertise, the ability to perform core skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining smooth operations. This position starts at $19.50 per hour. There is an additional $1.00 per hour for night shifts. Immediate promotion opportunities. Both play a critical role in supporting and sustaining the fluidity of the product lines. All Operators start at a level 1 and have the opportunity to advance rapidly up to Operator 4. First year advancement up to $21.22/hr Shifts available, schedules are not flexible: A shift is Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Saturday from 6:45am to 7:00pm B shift is Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Saturday from 6:45pm to 7:00am C shift is Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday from 6:45am to 7:00pm D shift is Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday from 6:45pm to 7:00am Key Responsibilities include: Job-Specific Safety Orientation: Understand and adhere to all relevant safety guidelines. Equipment Inspections: Conduct thorough checks of upstream and downstream equipment before starting the machine. Safety Guards: Ensure all covers for moving parts are securely in place before operation. Hazard Identification: Identify and address any area or job hazards before beginning tasks. Safety Switches: Verify that all safety switches are operational and functioning correctly. Forklift Certification: Obtain and maintain certification for operating both large and small forklifts. The individual in this role must have a thorough understanding of: Equipment and Quality: Prepare equipment properly, perform quality checks, and address non-conforming products while following procedures to mitigate risks. Waste and Housekeeping: Adhere to waste disposal protocols, maintain 5S standards, and ensure a clean and organized workspace. Documentation: Accurately maintain required documentation for compliance and traceability in English. Safety and PPE: Follow EHSS guidelines, use PPE appropriately, and address poor safety practices. Hazards and Escalation: Identify and minimize risks and follow escalation procedures as needed. Technical Knowledge includes: Emergency Procedures: Execute emergency stop procedures and respond effectively to emergencies, including manual interventions to prevent critical issues. Quality Control: Inspect defects, measure boards, identify and segregate non-conforming products and materials. Material Handling: Stack boards properly, attach end tags, operate pull carts, package completed units, and print and apply packaging labels. Supply Management: Refill materials (e.g., banding, black sheets, banding boards) and safely remove, weigh, and transfer defective scrap or line purge to the regrind area. Documentation: Monitor the production screen, update Tier 1 boards, and complete required paperwork, including FPI, BOM, measurement sheets, and changeover forms. Replace line standards during changeovers. Housekeeping: Maintain cleanliness in the groover, side print, stacking, and scrap areas. Dust walls and equipment, empty trash bins, weigh waste, and ensure proper tool storage. Line Support: Prepare carts for packaging, update sample carts, assist with line startups, and monitor the SPC screen. Core Skills include: Writing Skills: Write clear, simple sentences, complete technical forms, and apply basic math concepts like estimation and spatial reasoning. Reading Skills: Interpret manuals, safety instructions, reports, and understand images, graphs, and coding systems in the work area. Oral Skills: Communicate effectively, respond to questions, and collaborate with supervisors and team members to support plant improvements. Motivation: Take responsibility for assignments, improve skills, and set personal goals with actionable strategies. Integrity: Be honest with company property and time, communicate respectfully, and resolve conflicts constructively. Reliability: Maintain punctuality, stay composed in stressful situations, and work effectively in a structured environment. Professional Skills include: Diagnosing machine issues through observation and sound. Propose and submit process improvement ideas. Participate in corrective actions. Basic Qualifications include: High School Diploma or GED. Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a continuous manufacturing environment. Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled. English, reading, and writing skills are needed for career advancement, including the ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and procedural documents. Strong communication skills are required to effectively interact with Production Leads, Supervisors, and Extruder Operators. Physical Requirements include: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand for a 12-hour shift. Perform physical tasks such as bending, squatting, standing, and pulling. Getting on and off of a forklift, training for and operating a forklift. Wear and operate required safety equipment, including earplugs and safety glasses. Read printed reports and data displayed on computer screens. Fine motor skills to operate tools, like stapling the labels onto boards, running the hand saw, banding machine and operating forks of a forklift to move product and materials. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety eyewear, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection, is mandatory in designated areas.