Material Stocker: Flow, Quality & Troubleshooter

Fortune Brands; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations seeks a production line leader to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing. You will perform first/last piece checks, troubleshoot quality holds, and implement process improvements. You will manage material flow, coordinate with the New Product Team, and train associates to meet daily production targets.

The role requires flexibility to work anywhere within the department and readiness to upgrade responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing/production environments.
• Ability to train new associates and improve line performance.
• Willingness to hold the position anywhere within the department and upgrade as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality products are produced safely and first/last piece checks are performed.
• Troubleshoot and correct quality holds; implement improvements.
• Manage material flow and ensure cell readiness for pilots and production launches.
• Maintain team records (attendance, productivity recap) and report discrepancies to production manager.
• Conduct team meetings, coach associates and maintain shift logs.
• Uphold safety practices, include proper PPE use and pre-flight checklists.
• Lead sequencing, assign jobs, and enforce line/flex plans.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

SAP

Problem solving

Training

Tools

SAP

Job description

Fortune Brands Innovations seeks a production line leader to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing. You will perform first/last piece checks, troubleshoot quality holds, and implement process improvements. You will manage material flow, coordinate with the New Product Team, and train associates to meet daily production targets.

The role requires flexibility to work anywhere within the department and readiness to upgrade responsibilities as needed.