Engineering Assistant- New Bern

Summary: Support the New Bern and Component Warehouse teams by gathering and entering data, updating standard documents, following checklists and forms, and carrying out other well-defined and structured activities in support of Material Flow Engineering functions as directed by the assigned engineer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Data collection and entry into Microsoft Excel and other Office products.
• Process minor modifications via PCR process.
• Record work activities for study.
• Conduct work evaluations per provided worksheets.
• Document standard work methods using digital camera, MS Office products.
• Make simple but accurate measurements using calipers, tape measure, etc.
• Assist in setting up, evaluating, and troubleshooting pilot equipment.
• Design and build simple structures with simple hand tools (Creform® racks & similar).
• Post notices and alerts in the plant as directed.
• Help prepare for Kaizen events, VGV programming, and other MFE projects.

VGV/Tugger and other certifications as needed.

• Associate must not have been awarded a job through a posting in the previous six (6) months. (Exceptions to the 6-month time limit may be considered if circumstances beyond the control of the associate caused a shift change or demotion).
• Associate must not have been removed from or voluntarily stepped down from a bid job in the preceding 12 months.
• Associates can have no written disciplinary warnings within six (6) months of the posting date.
• Associates cannot have less than 16 UTO hours.
• Associate must be able to work 10 hours per day and 50 hours per week.
• Associate must meet all the minimum qualifications outlined on the job bid.
• Associates selected will receive the necessary training to perform the requirements of this position, to include processes and computer requirements.
• A 90-day probationary period applies to all job postings.

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.

Explore life at Fortune Brands here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. 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 fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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