Machine Operator

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

Operate extrusion equipment in the manufacturing of fiber composite decking boards and components.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

• Ensure that all required administrative forms associated with the extrusion process are maintained in an accurate and timely manner.
• Keep all vacuum, stuffer, and atmospheric vents clean and free of material.
• Keep all extruder cooling tanks with adequate level of distilled water and proper additives.
• Ensure that your assigned lines are running at the proper rates, temperatures, and percentages as established by engineering or management.
• Ensure that all boards are the proper color and length according to the schedule for the day.
• Notify the Process Leader, or Supervisor concerning issues that affect the performance or quality of your line.
• Monitor the output of your line hourly to verify the quality of your product.
• Always maintain safe working habits around the equipment and when moving product or materials in the area.
• Demonstrate good teamwork by assisting your co-workers as needed, or as directed by your Process Leader or Supervisor.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or GED

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Machine Operator experience preferred.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills
• Ability to recognize and solution recurring problems.
• Previous machinery operator experience in a continuous production  environment.
• Ability to read, interpret and complete production schedules and reporting forms.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts.

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

Fortune Brands Outdoors & Security (Master Lock/Therma-Tru Doors/Fiberon) is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, marital/family/caregiver status, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local low. Fortune Brands Doors & Security also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Candidates for positions with Fortune Brands Outdoors & Security must be able to present proof of identity and work eligibility post hire. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position and accordingly this position is not appropriate for foreign students who will require sponsorship in the future, including assistance with an Optional Practical Training (OPT) F-1 extension.

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