Manufacturing Manager

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 Job Description As the Manufacturing Manager at our Fiberon Brand manufacturing facility with approximately 300+ employees (4 direct reports) operating 24/7, you will guide and manage the operations team in developing and executing processes to achieve facility-wide goals. You will be responsible for driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while leveraging data to support continuous improvement efforts. You will plan and prioritize work to meet organizational goals, balancing capacity to demand, managing labor, and building a high-performing, diverse team. Strong communication skills are essential as you tailor messages to various audiences and foster a culture of honesty, integrity, and trust. You will instill accountability by holding yourself and others responsible for commitments, making sound decisions under pressure, and driving results even in challenging situations. Additionally, you will build and engage teams by creating a motivating environment, championing safety initiatives, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Your success will be measured by your ability to manage change, streamline processes, and apply lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Engineering, Business, or a related field, with 7+ years of management experience in large manufacturing organizations. Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree, manufacturing certifications, and experience in 24/7 operations. Relocation assistance to New London, NC is available for this role. What you will be doing: Implement strategies for safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals within the department. Promote a performance-driven culture by communicating company vision and values. Guide safety initiatives through commitment to safety programs and site-specific plans. Track and improve KPIs, using data to drive continuous improvement. Ensure customer satisfaction by meeting product specifications and maintaining open communication. Identify and implement ways to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality. Recruit, manage, and develop front-line managers, engineering, and support staff to meet plant goals. Enforce company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards. Address and resolve work-related issues, supporting production supervisors as needed. Train and engage associates to ensure proper use of equipment and tools. Foster a positive work environment with ongoing coaching and feedback. Qualifications BS in Engineering, Business or a related degree. 7+ years management experience with a large manufacturing organization. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree or professional manufacturing certification(s) 24/7 site operations experience Additional Information 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. 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