Senior Process Engineer

Fiberon Decking; New London (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement and safety across manufacturing processes and equipment. You will implement measurable improvements in OEE, risk mitigation and standard work plant-wide.

This onsite role in New London, NC requires hands-on leadership on the plant floor and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, efficient operations and documented SOPs.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• 5+ years in process improvement with measurable impact.
• Knowledge of PDCA, SMED, Six Sigma.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Directs design, development and improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Analyzes product designs for best method of manufacture.
• Designs and tests new equipment, processes, and layouts.
• Develops data-driven process improvements focused on OEE and safety.
• Supports equipment purchase and installation for the plant area.
• Leads Root Cause Analysis to improve OEE and safety.
• Ensures compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Process improvement

Cross-functional teamwork

Interpersonal skills

SOP writing

Communication skills

Data-driven

Project leadership

Education

B.S. in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC knowledge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations (NYSE: FBIN) is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company with a portfolio of trusted brands, including Moen, House of Rohl, Therma-Tru, Larson, Master Lock, Yale residential, and Sentry Safe. We are building a company that is determined to win, and we are clear about how: strong brands, great people, and disciplined execution.

You'll join a team that puts customers first, keeps its commitments, and cuts through complexity to deliver meaningful results. If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact and help shape what's next for our iconic brands, we'd love to meet you.

Job Description

As the Senior Process Engineer, you will lead continuous improvement and safety, as it relates to processes, standard work and equipment used. Identify, define, and implement opportunities that are measurable by risk mitigation, and OEE. Installing, validating and setting up process equipment with the latest technology, creating work instructions, and working synergistically with cross functional teams. The Process Engineer will be responsible for installing and validating new equipment along with any associated automation, methods for how and when the tasks should be performed safely and efficiently plant wide.

This position is onsite full time at New London, NC.

Your Role

• Directs the design, development and/or improvement of manufacturing process for an assigned area.
• Analyzes product designs for best method of manufacture.
• Designs and tests new equipment, processes, procedures and systems while developing equipment layouts.
• Develops and facilitates data-driven process improvements focused on OEE and safety.
• Develops equipment requirements and specifications that support the design of the manufacturing process for an assigned area.
• Supports the purchase and installation of new equipment associated with assigned area of the manufacturing plant.
• Leads and mentors Root Cause Analysis (RCA's) that mitigate hindrances to increased OEE and safety.
• Evaluates operations and equipment to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Quantifies improvements by measurable impacts to OEE, MUV, Takt, CM, ROI, BOM, MTBF and WIP reduction.
• Identifies, plans and facilitates process improvements and strategic capital projects.
• Support the development and use of plant standards for 5S and visual management.
• Optimizes new systems and upgrades to existing processes and facilities.
• Provides leadership and technical support for all related processes for their area of responsibility within the facility.
• Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities.
• Insure lessons learned are analyzed and documented.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of demonstrated industrial/manufacturing engineering experience.
• 5+ years in process improvement with demonstrated projects and impact.
• Knowledge and application of improvement tools including PDCA, SMED, 6 Sigma.
• Passion and drive to continuously improve plant operations.
• Proven interpersonal & communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Experience writing SOP and work instructions.
• Proven & effective facilitation, leadership, mentoring, and training skills.
• Ability to work in a cross functional team environment.
• Strong strategic thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Must be willing to work long hours on plant floor as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Composite extrusion experience.
• 2+ years’ experience with Continuous Improvement tools such as lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 6 sigma.
• Process-oriented individual with strong experience in DMAIC process, standardization, creating Work Instructions, SOP's, and implementing SPC.
• Knowledge of the ways various systems interact and how changes in operations, the environment and other conditions will affect outcomes.
• Basic PLC knowledge a plus.
• Strong Project Management skills.

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $80,000 USD - $126,500 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.

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.