Production Operator - Washington St

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Job Description

Production Operator

South Bend, IN (Washington St. and Bendix Dr.)

Must be available for all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd)

Pay: $20.00 per hour with $1.00 Shift Differential

Position Overview

The Production Operator I report to the Production Manager/Supervisor The job holder has the responsibility to operate the equipment and all of its affiliated processes (preparing raw materials & packaging, unloading, packing & labeling), in compliance with legal and company rules. This position requires proficiency in English.

Primary Responsibilities

Preparation of raw materials and packaging: identifying & preparing the right quantities and transport them to the appropriate production area, reporting any deviation from normal, note start and finish of process

Operating processing equipment in line with process instructions and procedures

Monitors equipment, keeping processes running at desired run rates

Complete the initial testing and release of products in order to ensure that there are no deviations to specifications

Check labels & packaging material, ensure correct labeling following the existing rules and instructions

Packaging the final products in accordance with instructions and HBF quality standards

Carry out all operations in compliance with the expected Quality Standards and Operating procedures of HBF and Respecting all legal and company EHS-rules

Responsible for housekeeping in his area responsibility

Carry out any other duties requested from the Production Manager/Supervisor

Minimum Requirements

Basic educational degree or High school diploma or general education diploma

1 year experience in industrial enironment

Knowledge of common software programs (MS office)

Ability to read and understand work orders, production process, safety regulations and quality procedures and instructions

Availability to work in shifts

Preferred Requirements

3 years experience in industrial environment

Physical Environment

Required to stand for long periods of time

Walk and climb stairs

Use hands to remove or lift boxes

Stretch and reach with arms extended

Stoop and bend

Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds with assistance

Temperature, dust, smell and noise are under normal chemical environment conditions

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $20.00.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.