GPDI Co-op - Continuous Improvement

Fortune Brands

GPDI Co-op - Continuous Improvement

North Olmsted, OH
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    As a Continuous Improvement Engineering Co-op , you will work with experts in the manufacturing process from raw material to finished product. The position will work with multiple departments and processes to drive continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and apply Lean Manufacturing, Equipment & Product Design, Problem Solving, and Six Sigma techniques, work on cross-functional teams, learn a multitude of manufacturing processes, and expand one’s engineering knowledge in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

    GPD &I ROTATIONAL PROGRAM:

    This is an opportunity to join our newly developed Global Product Development Team’s Rotational Co-Op Program. In this program you will be given the chance to work on specially selected projects to gain relevant experience to your field. Based on performance, you may be selected to return for following semesters up to four in total; following a 1 on 1 off schedule, that could include up to 4 total semesters with the GPD Team

    Position location/hybrid/remote – This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based in North Olmsted, Ohio

    RESPONSIBLIITIES:

    What you will be doing

    • Assist in the day-to-day support of engineering operations for assigned department
    • Learn and understand the engineering operations in assigned department
    • Assist in troubleshooting quality issues and implementing corrective actions
    • Develop and implement solutions for quality issues for consumers.
    • Interface with plant Engineering, Production, Quality and Planning teams, as well as outside technical support vendors
    • Identify improvement opportunities, develop solutions and review with Senior Engineering Lead
    • Conduct Design of Experiments; create reports from learnings and present data to stakeholders
    • Run laboratory tests on product returns and design test fixtures as needed.
    • Assist with product reworks and organize plant inspections.
    • Compile, prepare and present data for project updates and technical presentations to plant leadership and/or management
    • Assist in 50 first programs for new product launches.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program focusing on mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited university
    • Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD (Solidworks or similar)
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Prefer the student can work a minimum of 2 semesters/40 hours per week. Moen will accommodate up to 4 semesters
    • Able to work in a cross-functional environment
    • Self-motivated problem solver who enjoys working in a “hands-on” environment
    • Self-directed and motivated for completion of projects
    • Be able to schedule and complete projects from start to finish
  • Qualifications

    Additional Information

    Company Description:

    Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we 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. When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength. Explore life at Fortune Brands [here]( https://www.fbin.com/careers/life-at-fortune-brands/” target=)

    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: $33,300 USD - $45,760 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 (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

    Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

    Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

    Equal Employment Opportunity:

    FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

    Reasonable Accommodations:

    FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.

    To protect yourself from fraudulent job postings or recruitment scams, please note that FBIN job postings are exclusively hosted on our careers page at www.fbin.com/careers>.

  • Industry
    Manufacturing