Material Handler Forklift

Job Description

This job is responsible for operating a forklift for the purpose of moving, locating, stacking, and counting merchandise to support production shift assigned to. The individual is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and radio frequency and bar code equipment and may be also required to perform order filler and checker duties along with loading and unloading trucks. This job serves the production lines with all materials and supplies needed to maintain production output and removes material and supplies from the production area as required. They will be strictly accountable and responsible for recording all product transactions and product movements.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

• Maintains supplies of materials to production floor.
• Removes finished products from the lines.
• Removes goods from the shrink wrap area to the yard.
• Hangs bags of raw materials for the extruders.
• Clears out trash boxes and waste, scrap, and cut boards.
• Weighs up scrap and maintains proper paperwork for end of shifts.
• Keeps warehouse and storage areas neat and clean, including outside dumpster pad.
• Maintains proper inventory by using correct scanning procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• 1-3 years forklift experience
• 1-3 years experience in loading and unloading trucks
• Experience in a fast pace manufacturing/shipping environment
• Ability to operate computers and radio frequency bar code equipment

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Must have good communication skills
• Must be team oriented and also be able to work independently
• Knowledge in the use of scanning guns
• Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled
• Must be flexible on working hours during heavy business days

Additional Information

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

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.

Explore life at Fortune Brands here.

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: $41,620 USD - $48,048 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 View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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