Fortune Brands Innovations · 2 months ago
Quality Lab Tech - MD
420 W Franklin Ave, Meridian, Idaho
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20/hr - $24/hrFortune Brands Innovations is a leading U.S. manufacturer focused on creating innovative home products. The Manufacturing Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring compliance of materials and products through inspection and testing, while driving continuous improvement and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance product reliability and operational efficiency.
Consumer GoodsSecurity
Responsibilities
The individual in this role must have a thorough understanding of quality control including:
Measurement and test equipment use and calibrations including hand tools, gauges, optical tools, balances, color meters, and force measuring instruments
Data entry and analysis methods
Quality management system compliance
Process improvement and problem solving approaches
Area management and housekeeping best practices
Risk assessment reasoning
Nonconforming materials and rework handling
Sampling plans and proper sample preparation
Inspection techniques and processes
Auditing
The individual in this role must demonstrate mastery in the following areas:
Writing Skills: Write clear, simple sentences, complete technical forms, and apply basic math concepts like estimation and spatial reasoning
Reading Skills: Interpret manuals, safety instructions, reports, and understand images, graphs, and coding systems in the work area
Oral Skills: Communicate effectively, respond to questions, and collaborate with supervisors and team members to support plant improvements
Motivation: Take responsibility for assignments, improve skills, and set personal goals with actionable strategies
Integrity: Be honest with company property and time, communicate respectfully, and resolve conflicts constructively
Reliability: Maintain punctuality, stay composed in stressful situations, and work effectively in a structured environment
Qualification
Required
Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a continuous manufacturing environment
Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled
Proficiency with using a computer
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products
Ability to operate a forklift
Strong cross-functional communication skills
At least 18 years of age
Preferred
High School Diploma or GED
Strong English, reading, and writing skills for career advancement, including the ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and procedural documents
Previous forklift operation experience
Previous manufacturing experience
Benefits
Robust health plans
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
Company
Fortune Brands Innovations
Fortune Brands Innovations is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company.
Founded in 2011
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Fortune Brands Innovations has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$900M2022-03-28Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2011-10-04IPO
Leadership Team
Todd R. Teter
Senior Vice President and General Manager Global Plumbing Group House of Rohl
Recent News
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