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Responsibilities are categorized into \"See,\" \"Learn,\" \"Do,\" and \"Teach\" as per our training and task prioritization framework.\nNOW HIRING for All Shift\nShift A Sunday - Tuesday + every other Saturday for 12 hour shifts\nShift B Nights! Sunday - Tuesday + every other Saturday for 12 hour shifts (Pay differential of +$1/hr)\nShift C Wednesday - Friday + every other Saturday for 12 hour shifts\nShift D Nights! Wednesday - Friday + every other Saturday for 12 hour shifts (Pay differential of +$1/hr)\nLet us know what Shift is best for you\n Key Responsibilities:\nCore Duties (DO)\nConduct color and defect inspections on boards.\nPerform board measurements and align boards on carts.\nPull and band scrap boards, and prepare scrap bundles.\nPrep carts for finished goods bundles, attach end tags, and package completed finished goods.\nLabel products accurately and ensure proper storage of tools after cleaning.\nOperate banders, staple guns, and pull carts.\nRefill banding roll carts and cut black slip sheeting.\nMove completed, tagged units to designated locations (MCP).\nClear production line jam-ups and assist others in packaging and wrapping units.\nCommunicate defects and issues with operators, leads, and supervisors.\nInspect groove and side printing for accuracy.\nAssist with First Piece Inspection (FPI) and line clearance.\nMonitor raw material supplies and restock as necessary.\nIsolate and identify defective products per established procedures.\nDust walls and equipment, and clean as per the instruction schedule.\nPerform heavy cleaning tasks, such as truck dumps, and empty trash.\nWeigh and manage wood bins before disposal.\nUpdate Tier 1 boards and maintain accurate records (e.g., FPI, BOM, changeover forms).\nLearning and Growth Tasks (LEARN)\nLearn to string up extrusion lines.\nUnderstand the operation of serialized labeling systems.\nAssist with cooling water removal processes.\nMonitor SPC screens to ensure production quality standards.\nObservational Tasks (SEE)\nObserve printing and adherence of completed product tags.\nEnsure tagging and packaging meet required standards.\nWitness updates and maintenance of production paperwork.\nQualifications and Skills:\nPrevious experience in a manufacturing or production setting is preferred but not required.\nBasic mechanical aptitude and an eye for detail.\nAbility to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members.\nMust be comfortable with physical labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.\nPhysical Requirements\n\nStrength & Endurance:\no Lift and move boards, bundles, and raw materials weighing up to [insert specific weight, e.g., 50 lbs].\no Perform repetitive tasks such as pulling scrap boards and operating tools like staple guns and banders.\no Stand for extended periods during production tasks.\n\nMobility:\no Bend, squat, and stretch to align boards, inspect defects, and clean equipment.\no Walk frequently around the work area to assist with packaging, move tagged units, and monitor the production line.\no Operate lift trucks and pull carts as needed.\n\nDexterity & Coordination:\no Use hands and fingers to package goods, refill banding roll carts, and attach serialized labels accurately.\no Handle tools (staple guns, banders) with precision.\no Align and stack boards on carts and bundles consistently and efficiently.\n\nVisual Acuity:\no Inspect groove, side printing, and finished products for quality and defects.\no Monitor SPC screens and ensure accurate labeling.\no Perform color and defect inspections requiring close attention to detail.\n\nEnvironmental Tolerance:\no Work in a manufacturing environment that may include noise, vibrations, and varying temperatures.\no Manage heavy cleaning tasks such as dusting walls, performing truck dumps, and clearing jam-ups.\no Adapt to handling products in potentially dusty or wet conditions during cooling water removal or cleaning tasks.\n\nCommunication:\no Ability to communicate defects and operational issues with team members.\no Collaborate with others during jam-ups, packaging, and inspection tasks.\n 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.\nWe are building a company that is determined to win, and we are clear about how: strong brands, great people, and disciplined execution.\nYou'll join a team that puts customers first, keeps its commitments, and cuts through complexity to deliver meaningful results.\nIf 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.\nExplore life at Fortune Brands here.\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION:\nFortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $39,540 USD - $45,760 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.\nAt 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.\nFortune 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.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nFortune 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.\nReasonable Accommodations\nFortune 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  and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.\nImportant Notice: Protect Yourself from Fraudulent Job Postings\nTo protect yourself from fraudulent job postings or recruitment scams, please note that Fortune Brands job postings are exclusively hosted on our website at fbin.com/careers via our SmartRecruiters platform. 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