Production Associate - Warehouse

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.

Job Description

ABOUT THE JOB

This role will support Solar Innovations' facility in Pine Grove, PA. Associates will be assigned to a primary department (Fenestration, Finishing, Packaging & Shipping, Warehousing, and / or Plant Operations), while also being cross trained to perform entry level support functions throughout manufacturing, as workload deems appropriate.

This position opening will primarily support the Company’s onsite Warehouses, with an opportunity to cross-train in other areas.

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 polices 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 other team members with physically moving / carrying materials from one location to anotherOperate mobile equipment to transport materials as directedUtilize 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 small part assembly and ensure physical inventory records are maintainedWrap accessories, as needed, for the Packing DepartmentPrep parts for the dip tankRemove 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 materialsAssemble standard folding glass walls and sliding glass doors, 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 assigned

• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs on a frequent basis
• Previous experience with hand tools
• Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to read a tape measure

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• 1 2 Years of experience in a related position, preferably in carpentry, construction, and / or manufacturing
• Ability to meet and maintain certification requirements to operate various types powered industrial trucks (ex. forklift, aerial lift, scissor lift, etc.)
• Experience with reading shop drawings
• General 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 PTO
• Scholarship program for children of employees
• Annual merit and incentive programs
• Charitable gift matching
• Adoption Assistance

EMPLOYEE PERKS

• Culture committed to work-life balance
• Programs in place to support professional development and career growth
• Stock purchase program and charitable gift matching
• Associate Purchase Program on All Fortune Brands Products
• Wear 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.