Production Operator

Electric Battery Adhesives; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Operator to support daily manufacturing of adhesives, ensuring materials are prepared, equipment operated safely and quality standards are met. The role involves following process instructions, testing and packaging while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

You will work in shifts, perform routine testing, labeling checks and packaging, and comply with EH&S rules and company standards as part of the manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office).
• Ability to read and follow work orders and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw materials and packaging and transport to the production area.
• Operate processing equipment following process instructions.
• Monitor equipment to keep processes at target run rates.
• Complete initial testing and release of products per specifications.
• Check labels and packaging materials for correct labeling.
• Package final products per instructions and quality standards.
• Maintain housekeeping and comply with EHS and SOPs.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Production Manager/Supervisor.

Skills

MS Office

Read work orders

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• 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 H.B. Fullerquality standards
• Carry out all operations in compliance with the expected Quality Standards and Operating procedures of H.B. Fullerand 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
• No prior experience required
• 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 QUALIFICATIONS
• 1 year experience in industrial environment
• Understanding of basic English 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

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

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.