Internship

Mechanical Engineering Co-Op

Posted on 8/29/2024

Fortune Brands

Fortune Brands

51-200 employees

Provides water, outdoor, and security solutions

Industrial & Manufacturing
Consumer Goods

Greendale, WI, USA

Must be willing to rotate through different business departments and locations.

Category
Design Engineering
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
SAP Products
Word/Pages/Docs
Requirements
  • Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Masters Engineering program in Mechanical Engineering
  • Prefer the student is able to work a minimum of 2 semesters/40 hours per week. Moen will accommodate up to 4 semesters
  • Must be willing to rotate through different business departments and locations
  • Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Knowledge of formal problem solving methodologies
  • Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Knowledge of MS Word software; Excel spreadsheet software; SAP inventory software, & MS Outlook software
Responsibilities
  • 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.
  • Other projects as assigned

Fortune Brands Innovations operates in the water, outdoors, and security sectors, providing products that enhance living spaces and ensure safety. The company offers a range of branded products, including water solutions, outdoor products, and security systems, which are sold through retail stores, online platforms, and direct sales to commercial builders. Their business model emphasizes brand leadership and continuous innovation, allowing them to adapt to changing market demands and maintain a competitive edge. Unlike many competitors, Fortune Brands focuses on expanding its distribution channels to reach a wider audience. The company's goal is to capitalize on growth opportunities in the home improvement and commercial building markets, ensuring long-term performance and success.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Deerfield, Illinois

Founded

2012

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Smart home technology integration boosts FBIN's security sector offerings.
  • Eco-friendly outdoor products align with rising consumer demand for sustainability.
  • Strategic partnership with Value Hybrid enhances digital lockout tagout solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Allegion and global players may pressure market share.
  • Challenges in executing the Value Hybrid partnership could delay market entry.
  • Leadership transition with Rachel Roberts may disrupt strategic initiatives.

What makes Fortune Brands unique

  • Fortune Brands leverages the Fortune Brands Advantage for market adaptability and performance.
  • The company focuses on brand leadership and innovation in water, outdoors, and security.
  • FBIN's diverse clientele includes homeowners, commercial builders, and security-conscious consumers.

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