Production Associate

Solar Innovations® Architectural Glazing Systems; Pine Grove (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in architectural glazing systems is seeking an Entry Level Associate in Manufacturing to assist in various tasks such as material handling and assembly. The role requires a high school diploma and physical capability to lift materials, promoting a safe and organized workplace. Comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) with company contribution

Flexible time off benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs frequently.
• Previous experience with hand tools required.

Responsibilities

• Assist moving materials and operate equipment as needed.
• Utilize hand tools for assembling small components and meet production quotas.
• Prepare products for manufacturing and perform inspections.

Skills

Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs

Basic mathematical calculations

Hand tools experience

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

Job description

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Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here.

Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here.

Job Description

ABOUT THE JOB

This role will be primarily assigned to the Small Parts Machining department, while also being cross trained to perform entry level support functions throughout manufacturing, as workload deems appropriate.

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL

Solar Innovations is committed to providing a safe workplace and promoting the health and safety of our Associates. Workplace safety and managing the operation of our Company in an environmentally responsible manner is the responsibility of each Associate. Associates are responsible for participating in our Company’s incident and injury prevention programs as well as our Company’s environmental programs. All associates must comply with our environmental, health and safety policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

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
  

Qualifications

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
  
  

Additional Information

At Fortune Brands Innovations, 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 (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

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 to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN 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

FBIN 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Consumer Goods

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