Plant Leader at Fortune Brands

Butler, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

210000.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Operations, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Financial Acumen, Lean Methodologies, Problem-Solving, Team-Building, Decision-Making, People Management, Safety Policies, Operational Excellence, Production Management, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cost Control, Succession Planning

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

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. Job Description As Plant Manager, you will drive continuous improvement and optimization of all processes and oversee the execution of the plant operations, including production, engineering, project execution, and financial performance for our Indiana location. This role is responsible for executing the strategy that delivers the operational efficiency necessary to maintain high-quality standards, enhance safety measures, generate outstanding customer satisfaction, and provides fuel for our Positive Associate Relations (PAR) culture. Location: This is an onsite role, reporting into our manufacturing plant in Butler, Indiana. Relocation assistance will be provided for eligible candidates. YOUR ROLE: Assure key operating metrics are achieved by focusing on safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and creating a culture of continuous improvement. Foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement through deployment of standard work and productivity. Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to meet or exceed production and customer's expectations. Increase production, asset capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards. Responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping. Allocate resources to efficiently optimize facility utilization. Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction, understanding and focus to the team members. Monitor operations, identify problems and implement corrective actions as necessary. Analyze operational data to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and optimize labor utilization. Maintain a commitment to plant safety policies and procedures. Collaborate with Product Design, R&D, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain and Innovation teams. Develop and utilize systems and processes that track and optimize productivity standards, metrics and performance targets to ensure an effective return on assets. Stay current with industry best practices in production management, technology, and innovation. Create a pipeline of future leaders through succession planning by cultivating an environment that promotes challenging work, clear goal-setting, career development, opportunities for exposure, and regular coaching and feedback. Develop and manage plant budgets, monitor financial performance, and implement cost control measures. Prepare and present reports on plant performance to senior management. Oversee planning and ensure capital and operational projects are delivered on time and within budget. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering preferred. 8 years of experience in a manufacturing operation; plant or operations manager Proven ability to create accountability and lead by example. Strong team-building, decision-making, and people management skills. A routine of visibility and friendliness on the manufacturing floor. Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in manufacturing environments. Proven experience managing engineering functions. Proven experience in project management within a manufacturing environment. Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls. Deep understanding of how to balance continuous improvement with safety, health, and environmental business requirements. Experience in Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies. Black Belt preferred. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly assess and resolve issues 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: $140,000 USD - $210,000 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 [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Important Notice: Protect Yourself from Fraudulent Job Postings To protect yourself from fraudulent job postings or recruitment scams, please note that Fortune Brands job postings are exclusively hosted on our website at fbin.com/careers via our SmartRecruiters platform. Fortune Brands will never request banking information or sensitive personal details until an offer of employment has been accepted and the onboarding process begins. Department: Manufacturing

Responsibilities

As Plant Manager, you will drive continuous improvement and optimization of all processes and oversee the execution of plant operations. This includes managing production, engineering, project execution, and financial performance.