Mechanical Assembler

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) program with company contribution

Flexible time-off benefits

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking assembly associates in California, Missouri. Successful candidates will meet productivity goals and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include following assembly guidelines and maintaining cleanliness at the workstation.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and offers a competitive salary, with comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) program, and flexible time-off.

Qualifications

• Must meet productivity goals of 22 pairs per hour.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to demonstrate a good work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Follow FIFO guidelines in order processing.
• Assemble components according to specifications.
• Maintain a clean workstation throughout the shift.

Skills

Productivity goals achievement

Ability to work independently

Good work ethic

Job description

Responsibilities

• Follow FIFO guidelines when proceeding to the next order.
• Read and understand the order correctly to start the assembly process (Top to bottom).
• Start with the external assembly process.
• Attach plastic washers and add required grease.
• Place shims, plates, and springs (depending on the requested item).
• Test handle to ensure proper mechanism function (verify that installation is not too tight nor too loose); team lead can assist trainee with an accurate feel of a correct tightness.
• Add springs/spindles to the handle (make adjustments as needed).
• Proceed with assembling the inside component (repeat steps 1‑10).
• Complete hourly sheet with dates, times, and discrepancies throughout the process (to track lock completions and any trainee downtime).
• Emtek’s business model relies on the associate’s ability to work in various departments/jobs/roles, enabling quick response to sustain promised lead times.

Maintain a clean workstation throughout the shift, keeping only the product needed and refilling individual or shared bins.

Training Stages

Day 0‑27: Must be able to complete 10 pairs per hour.

Day 27‑55: Must be able to complete 15 pairs per hour.

Day 55‑85: Must be able to complete 22 pairs per hour.

Qualifications

• Meet productivity goals, 22 pairs an hour.
• Must be willing to work in a fast‑paced, intense environment.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Work varied hours as required.
• Must demonstrate a good work ethic.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Employee frequently walks or stands for long periods.
• Employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.

Compensation and Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: 19.00 USD. Actual salaries may vary within or outside this range based on education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. Employees may also participate in an annual bonus plan or a role‑based sales incentive plan.

Benefits include comprehensive health plans, a market‑leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time‑off benefits, adoption benefits, and ERGs to foster belonging.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.