Quality Technician

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

Job Summary:

The Quality Technician is accountable for protecting our customers by driving defect prevention actions and by ensuring that only good quality materials are accepted into and released from the plant. This is accomplished by conducting comprehensive testing, inspection, and proper handling of material samples along with performing audits of quality processes to ensure adherence to quality standards. By maintaining high-quality standards, communicating issues and taking appropriate actions to resolve them they help to drive customer satisfaction and continuously improve product quality. The role also includes identifying areas for process improvements, participating in corrective actions when necessary, and working closely with other departments to maintain a smooth and efficient production flow.

Shift: C shift; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday every other Saturday from 6:30am to 7:00pm

Wage: DOE $19.00 to $26.68

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Knowledge

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.
• Measurement system analysis.
• Data entry, plotting and analysis methods.
• Quality management system compliance.
• Cost of poor quality.
• Root cause analysis.
• 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.
• Control plans.

Core Skills

The individual in this role must demonstrate mastery in the following areas:

• • Writing Skills: English. Write clear, simple sentences, complete technical forms, and apply basic math concepts like estimation and spatial reasoning.
  • Reading Skills: English. Interpret manuals, safety instructions, reports, and understand images, graphs, and coding systems in the work area.
  • Oral Skills: Communicate effectively in English, 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a continuous manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled in the 24/7 operation.
• Proficiency with using a computer.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills.
• Prior forklift operation experience.
• At least 18 years of age.

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Quality Technician certification.
• Lean Six Sigma, 8D training and/or certification.
• Strong English, reading, and writing skills for career advancement, including the ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and procedural documents.
• Previous 2 years forklift operation experience.
• Previous manufacturing experience.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements outlined below represent those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Lift, push, and pull, up to 50 pounds.
• Stand and walk around for a