Quality Auditor I

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector to verify incoming materials and monitor in-process coatings and printed products.

You will calibrate and operate measurement equipment, document test results, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues. Responsibilities include conducting workstation audits, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and supporting TPM activities during shift starts and ends.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED plus relevant inspection experience in continuous production.
• Technical understanding of coating, digital printing, and curing processes and equipment.
• Proficiency in using inspection and measurement equipment to ensure quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming raw materials and in-process coatings to verify quality against specs.
• Perform in-process and final inspections for defects, surface finish, thickness and other attributes.
• Set up and calibrate testing equipment to ensure measurement accuracy.
• Maintain records of tests, inspections, and product data.
• Prepare detailed quality reports for management and engineering teams.

Skills

Quality inspection

Coating knowledge

Measurement equipment

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Thickness gauges

Adhesion testers

Job description

• Inspect incoming raw materials to verify they meet quality standards and specifications
• Conduct in-process and final inspections of coated materials for defects, surface finish, thickness, and other quality attributes
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company quality criteria
• Set up and calibrate testing and measurement equipment to ensure accuracy
• Monitor production processes, such as coating and printing applications, speed, and temperature, to maintain quality
• Conduct workstation audits and equipment inspections for proper operation and cleanliness
• Maintain accurate records of quality tests, inspections, and product data
• Document any defects, issues, or non-conformance identified during the quality control process
• Prepare detailed reports for management and engineering teams on quality performance
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Ensure that all production activities and quality control procedures comply with safety and cleanliness standards
• Participate in shift-start and shift-end Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities including cleaning and inspection of process equipment
• Other duties may be assigned by Supervisor or Engineering Team members concerning issues that affect the performance or quality of the line.

Qualifications

Additional Responsibilities:

• Good communication and collaboration skills to work with various teams
• Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled
• Technical understanding of coating, digital printing and curing processes and equipment
• Proficiency in using measurement and testing equipment
• Willingness to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Wear proper PPE when and where required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous quality inspection experience in a continuous production environment
• Experience with roll coating or digital printing a plus

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical Knowledge
• Precision and attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• Technical aptitude using a range of inspection and measurement equipment, ie… thickness gauges, adhesion testers

Additional Information

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Fortune Brands Innovations is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re advancing exciting innovations across our portfolio, which includes: Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

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: $39,520 USD - $45,760 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 [emailprotected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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