Summer Engineering Co-OP/Intern

Job Description

As a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op, you will collaborate with engineers at our Therma-Tru playing a vital role in developing products that drive our growth as the manufacturer of fiberglass and steel exterior door systems and the preferred entry door brand among U.S. building professionals.

As a co-op engineering student, you will engage in process and product development, focusing on standardization, optimization, and innovation. You will learn and apply essential chemical processing tools and conduct safety and hazard assessments including utilizing product and process development methodologies like APQP and D & PFMEA, developing standard work procedures and visual aids, and participating in plant simulation and equipment design.

The ideal candidate is currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in chemical engineering, materials engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) is required, along with being a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder and having strong verbal and written communication skills.

Location: This position is based on site in our Butler, IN plant facility and housing stipend is available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support process and product development, standardization, and optimization
• Learn and apply chemical processing tools
• Conduct safety and hazard assessments for chemical systems
• Utilize product/process development tools (APQP, D & PFMEA)
• Develop standard work procedures and visual aids
• Engage in plant simulation and equipment design
• Collect and review statistical data
• Analyze chemical systems
• Perform root cause analysis and problem-solving
• Undertake additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program focusing on chemical engineering, material engineering, or related field from an accredited university
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• US Citizen or Green Card Holder
• Great verbal and written communication skills

Additional information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $18.00 - $21.00. 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.  

At Fortune Brands Innovations, 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 ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: Plumbing, Doors and Security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN 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.