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
As the Production Manager for our Meridian, ID Fiberon plant, you will be responsible for all aspects of the production process with (4) direct reports and overseeing approximately 95 employees working 12-hour shifts at a 24/7 manufacturing facility.
You will have a strong focus on implementing and maintaining a Total Productive Maintenance culture within the organization. You will guide and inspire cross-functional teams, develop, and execute TPM strategies, and drive continuous improvement efforts to optimize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering at a minimum with direct experience in managing a production floor team. You will also have PVC extrusion experience and be knowledgeable of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing systems and processes.
We will consider relocation assistance for the right candidate.
What you will be doing:

• Ensure that all activities and processes adhere to safety standards and regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance throughout the production department.
• Champion the adoption and integration of TPM guidelines throughout the organization.
• Build and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Develop and communicate vision, strategy, and objectives effectively to all levels of the organization.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the production process; implement solutions to improve flow and reduce waste.
• Utilize Lean manufacturing techniques to streamline operations and reduce lead times.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to establish and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
• Support predictive maintenance technologies to detect and address equipment issues proactively.
• Ensure rapid response and resolution to equipment breakdowns to minimize production disruptions.
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related training, equipment uptime, and process efficiency.
• Generate reports and dashboards to track progress and make decisions based on data.
• Manage cross-functional teams in problem-solving and root cause analysis activities.
• Drive Kaizen events and other improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and quality.
• Train and develop direct reports on how to successfully run a highly efficient and well-organized production floor.
• Provide training and coaching to production teams on Lean and TPM guidelines and share best practices.
• Foster a culture of ownership and accountability among associates for equipment and process reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mid-level to senior plant manufacturing role.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of Process Engineering experience.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• In-depth knowledge of TPM guidelines and methodologies.
• Proven track record of implementing TPM programs and driving continuous improvement.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in data and reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PVC extrusion experience.
• LSS Green or Black Belt certification
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing guidelines and Six Sigma methodologies

Additional Information
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 FBIN.Recruiting@fbhs.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.
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