Machine Operator

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; New London (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) plan

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Adoption benefits

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking a skilled machine operator for extrusion lines.

You will ensure lines run at target rates and temperatures, maintain administrative forms, keep equipment clean, monitor product quality hourly, and report issues to the Process Leader or Supervisor. The role requires safety‑minded teamwork, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work 12‑hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Basic math, reading, and writing skills required.
• Ability to recognize and solve 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled.

Skills

Basic math, reading, writing

Problem solving

Machinery operator experience

Read/interpret production schedules

Lift up to 50 lbs

Stand for extended periods

12-hour shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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

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.

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $41,620 USD - $48,048 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. 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 .

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 [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.