Senior Process Engineer

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) program with company contrib.

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Adoption benefits

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. in North Carolina is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement, safety, and equipment optimization across the plant.

You will identify, define, and implement process enhancements measurable by risk reduction and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). You will install, validate, and set up advanced process equipment and automation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of industrial/manufacturing engineering experience.
• 5+ years in process improvement with demonstrated projects and impact.
• Knowledge of PDCA, SMED, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional team and communicate at all levels.
• Experience writing SOP and work instructions.
• Proven facilitation, leadership, mentoring, and training skills.
• Willingness to work long hours on the plant floor.

Responsibilities

• Direct the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Design, test, and install new equipment, automation systems, and facilities upgrades.
• Develop data-driven improvements focusing on OEE, MUV, Takt, CM, ROI, BOM, MTBF, and WIP reduction.
• Evaluate operations and equipment to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Lead RCA teams to resolve operational hindrances and document lessons learned.
• Identify, plan, and facilitate strategic capital projects and standard plant practices.
• Provide leadership, training, and technical support for related processes.

Skills

Process improvement

SMED

PDCA

Six Sigma

SOP writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC knowledge

SOP development tools

Job 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.

As the Senior Process Engineer, you will lead continuous improvement, safety, and equipment optimization initiatives across the plant. You will be responsible for identifying, defining, and implementing process enhancements measurable by risk mitigation and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). This role involves installing, validating, and setting up advanced process equipment and automation, creating standard work instructions, and collaborating across cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Optimization: Direct the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes; analyze product designs to determine the best manufacturing methods.
• Equipment & Automation: Design, test, and install new equipment, automation systems, and facilities upgrades; develop equipment layouts, requirements, and specifications.
• Continuous Improvement: Develop and facilitate data-driven improvements focusing on OEE, MUV, Takt, CM, ROI, BOM, MTBF, and WIP reduction.
• Safety & Compliance: Evaluate operations and equipment to ensure strict compliance with environmental and safety regulations; integrate safety into all standard work methods.
• Problem Solving & Mentoring: Lead and mentor Root Cause Analysis (RCA) teams to resolve operational hindrances; analyze and document lessons learned.
• Capital Projects: Identify, plan, and facilitate strategic capital projects and standard plant practices for 5S and visual management.
• Technical Leadership: Provide leadership, training, and technical support for all related processes within your assigned area.

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.
• Must be willing to work long hours on plant floor as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

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 .

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.