Shift team leader

H.B. Fuller; Hordle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global adhesives company is seeking a Shift Team Leader to oversee production operations and manage a team of up to 20 operators. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, a strong command of communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include ensuring production efficiency, promoting a safe work environment, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the shift. This role is vital in maintaining high-quality standards and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a supervisory role within manufacturing.
• Previous experience as a Production Operator.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
• Ability to instruct and support team members across all responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and supervise up to 20 production operators.
• Ensure production activities align with the production plan.
• Promote a safe working environment by enforcing health and safety rules.
• Support operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with management to resolve operational challenges.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Conflict resolution skills

Ability to instruct team members

Tools

SAP

Continuous improvement tools

Job description

The Shift Team Leader reports to the Extrusion Manager and oversees all operational activities during their shift. This role ensures production efficiency, team productivity, and compliance with company procedures, health and safety standards, and quality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and supervise up to 20 production operators to maintain productivity and quality.
• Ensure production activities align with the production plan, procedures, and standards.
• Promote a safe working environment by enforcing health and safety rules and housekeeping standards.
• Ensure compliance with H.B. Fuller's Quality and HSE policies, internal procedures, and work instructions.
• Execute the production plan and ensure accurate completion of SAP transactions.
• Conduct performance reviews, return‑to‑work meetings, and investigations related to quality or performance issues.
• Support operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with management to resolve operational challenges promptly.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a supervisory role within manufacturing.
• Previous experience as a Production Operator.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
• Ability to instruct and support team members across all responsibilities.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience using SAP or similar production systems.
• Exposure to continuous improvement or lean manufacturing environments.
• Supervisory experience within chemical, adhesives or related manufacturing industries.
• Strong conflict resolution and leadership skills.

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 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world‑changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

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.

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