Production Operator at Fortune Brands

Ideal for a reliable individual with a High School Diploma or GED who is comfortable working 12-hour shifts in a continuous, fast-paced manufacturing environmen

Work type: onsite

Location: Meridian, ID

Salary: $19 – $21/hr

Type: Full-time

Summary

Ideal for a reliable individual with a High School Diploma or GED who is comfortable working 12-hour shifts in a continuous, fast-paced manufacturing environment. You are physically capable of standing for long periods, lifting 50 pounds, and operating heavy machinery. **What makes it worth a look...** Fortune Brands offers a starting wage of $19.00 to $19.50 per hour with a $1.00 shift differential for nights at their Meridian, Idaho site. You can advance to $21.22 per hour within the first year, and the company provides a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) match and product discounts. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Hold a valid forklift certification or have the ability to complete training. * Can interpret technical manuals, safety documentation, and production reports. * Maintain high standards for equipment cleanliness and 5S organization. * Possess basic math skills for measuring boards and tracking inventory documentation.

Job Description

## Job Description
The Production Operator I is responsible for managing the production process and work area from grooving to the finished product, including handling and reloading packaging materials for the production line, in a 24/7 environment. This role ensures product quality, workplace safety, efficient organization, and adherence to established processes. It requires technical expertise, the ability to perform core skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining smooth operations. This position starts at $19.00 per hour. There is an additional $1.00 per hour for night shifts. Immediate promotion opportunities.

The Operator II is responsible for overseeing the process and managing the work area, including tasks from the mezzanines to the groover, as well as handling and reloading raw materials onto the production line for the production line, in a 24/7 environment. This role ensures product quality, workplace safety, efficient organization, and adherence to established processes. It requires technical expertise, the ability to perform core skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining smooth operations. This position starts at $19.50 per hour. There is an additional $1.00 per hour for night shifts. Immediate promotion opportunities.

Both play a critical role in supporting and sustaining the fluidity of the product lines. All Operators start at a level 1 and have the opportunity to advance rapidly up to Operator 4. First year advancement up to $21.22/hr

Shifts available, schedules are not flexible; 

• A shift is Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Saturday from 6:45am to 7:00pm


• B shift is Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Saturday from 6:45pm to 7:00am


• C shift is Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday from 6:45am to 7:00pm


• D shift is Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday from 6:45pm to 7:00am

Safety and Compliance:

The individual in this role must possess and demonstrate knowledge of the following:

• Job-Specific Safety Orientation: Understand and adhere to all relevant safety guidelines.


• Equipment Inspections: Conduct thorough checks of upstream and downstream equipment before starting the machine.


• Safety Guards: Ensure all covers for moving parts are securely in place before operation.


• Hazard Identification: Identify and address any area or job hazards before beginning tasks.


• Safety Switches: Verify that all safety switches are operational and functioning correctly.


• Forklift Certification: Obtain and maintain certification for operating both large and small forklifts.

The individual in this role must have a thorough understanding of the following:

• - Equipment and Quality: Prepare equipment properly, perform quality checks, and address non-conforming products while following procedures to mitigate risks.


• Waste and Housekeeping: Adhere to waste disposal protocols, maintain 5S standards, and ensure a clean and organized workspace.


• Documentation: Accurately maintain required documentation for compliance and traceability in English.


• Safety and PPE: Follow EHSS guidelines, use PPE appropriately, and address poor safety practices.


• Hazards and Escalation: Identify and minimize risks and follow escalation procedures as needed.

• - Role and Handover: Understand the role’s impact on safety, quality, delivery, and cost, ensuring smooth shift transitions.

• Emergency Procedures: Execute emergency stop procedures and respond effectively to emergencies, including manual interventions to prevent critical issues.


• Quality Control: Inspect defects, measure boards, identify and segregate non-conforming products and materials.


• Material Handling: Stack boards properly, attach end tags, operate pull carts, package completed units, and print and apply packaging labels.


• Supply Management: Refill materials (e.g., banding, black sheets, banding boards) and safely remove, weigh, and transfer defective scrap or line purge to the regrind area.


• Documentation: Monitor the production screen, update Tier 1 boards, and complete required paperwork, including FPI, BOM, measurement sheets, and changeover forms. Replace line standards during changeovers.


• Housekeeping: Maintain cleanliness in the groover, side print, stacking, and scrap areas. Dust walls and equipment, empty trash bins, weigh waste, and ensure proper tool storage.


• Line Support: Prepare carts for packaging, update sample carts, assist with line startups, and monitor the SPC screen.

The individual in this role must demonstrate mastery in the following areas:

• - Writing Skills: Write clear, simple sentences, complete technical forms, and apply basic math concepts like estimation and spatial reasoning.


• Reading Skills: Interpret manuals, safety instructions, reports, and understand images, graphs, and coding systems in the work area.


• Oral Skills: Communicate effectively, respond to questions, and collaborate with supervisors and team members to support plant improvements.


• Motivation: Take responsibility for assignments, improve skills, and set personal goals with actionable strategies.


• Integrity: Be honest with company property and time, communicate respectfully, and resolve conflicts constructively.


• Reliability: Maintain punctuality, stay composed in stressful situations, and work effectively in a structured environment.

• Diagnosing machine issues through observation and sound.


• Propose and submit process improvement ideas.


• Participate in corrective actions.

· High School Diploma or GED.

· Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a continuous manufacturing environment.

· Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled.

· English, reading, and writing skills are needed for career advancement, including the ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and procedural documents.

· Strong communication skills are required to effectively interact with Production Leads, Supervisors, and Extruder Operators.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements outlined below represent those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Must be able to stand for a 12-hour shift.


• Perform physical tasks such as bending, squatting, standing, and pulling. Getting on and off of a forklift, training for and operating a forklift.


• Wear and operate required safety equipment, including earplugs and safety glasses.


• Read printed reports and data displayed on computer screens.


• Fine motor skills to operate tools, like stapling the labels onto boards, running the hand saw, banding machine and operating forks of a forklift to move product and materials.The use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety eyewear, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection, ismandatory in designated areas.

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](https://www.fbin.com/) to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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