Production Associate

Fortune Brands; Pine Grove (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) program with company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off benefits

Adoption benefits

Job summary

Fortune Brands is seeking a dedicated support team member in Pine Grove, PA, tasked with various manufacturing operations including material transport, assembly, and inventory management. Ideal candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and the capability to lift up to 50lbs safely.

This role offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, a 401(k) program, product discounts, and flexible time off to support the overall well-being of our associates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs on a frequent basis.
• Previous experience with hand tools.
• Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read a tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Perform support functions in various departments.
• Assist team members with physically moving/carrying materials.
• Operate mobile equipment to transport materials as directed.
• Assemble small component made-to-stock parts.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Support thermal break machining functions.

Skills

Hand tool proficiency

Basic mathematical calculations

Ability to read a tape measure

Lifting ability (up to 50lbs)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform support functions in various departments, which may include some or all of the following:
  • Assist other team members with physically moving/carrying materials from one location to another
  • Operate mobile equipment to transport materials as directed
  • Utilize hand tools to assemble small component made-to-stock parts (ex. hinges), while meeting or beating established production quotas
  • Prep rails by attaching all gaskets, basic hardware, and setting blocks to the rail for the assembly process
  • Pull materials for manufacturing and ensure physical inventory records are maintained
  • Prepare and protect products, as needed, for the Packing Department
  • Prep parts for the finishing process
  • Remove bars from the dip tank following its cycle and hang bars on racks for the drying process
  • Move parts and extrusions in and out of the ovens
  • Support the Warehousing Team to pull inventory, as needed, according to the production schedule
  • Perform physical counts of inventory on hand
  • Perform inspections, as needed, to ensure quality parts; immediately report damaged or scratched materials
  • Provide support for thermal break machining functions
  • Assemble various fenestration products, in alignment with the production schedule
  • Visually check parts and/or glass for scratches, dings, and dents prior to assembly
  • Assist with housekeeping, organization, and continuous improvement projects as assigned
• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs on a frequent basis
• Previous experience with hand tools
• Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to read a tape measure

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 – 2 Years of experience in a related position, preferably in carpentry, construction, and/or manufacturing
• Ability to meet and maintain certification requirements to operate various types powered industrial trucks (ex. forklift, aerial lift, scissor lift, etc.)
• Ability to meet and maintain certification requirements to operate overhead cranes
• Experience with reading shop drawings
• General computer skills

Benefits

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.