Process Safety Management Operator

H.B. Fuller; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller in Houston, TX seeks a Process Safety Management Operator to support safe, efficient manufacturing of specialty chemicals. This on-site role operates complex equipment, monitors production, records data, and participates in continuous improvement across shifts (day and night).

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 2–7 years in chemical manufacturing, SAP experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2–7 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in chemical, adhesive, or regulated manufacturing.
• Ability to read work instructions, batch records, and safety data.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment according to standard operating procedures.
• Set up, adjust, and change over equipment to meet production schedules.
• Accurately record batch data, inspections, and production metrics.
• Perform in-process quality checks and escalate deviations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Support training and guidance of less-experienced operators.
• Participate in continuous improvement and 5S activities.

Skills

Reading instructions

Quality checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

SAP

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.

Houston, TX

Process Safety Management Operator / On-Site

Rate of Pay: $23.00

Day and Night Shift Available

Position Overview

The Process Safety Management Operator supports safe, efficient manufacturing of specialty chemical products while meeting quality and production targets. This role operates complex equipment, troubleshoots process issues, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. The position works collaboratively across shifts to ensure consistent, compliant operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment according to standard operating procedures
• Set up, adjust, and change over equipment to meet production schedules
• Accurately record batch data, inspections, and production metrics
• Perform in-process quality checks and escalate deviations
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime
• Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Support training and guidance of less-experienced operators
• Participate in continuous improvement and 5S activities

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 - 7 years of experience in a Chemical Manufacturing environment
• Experience in chemical, adhesive, or regulated manufacturing
• Ability to read work instructions, batch records, and safety data
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Requirements

• Associate degree or technical certification
• Forklift or industrial equipment certification
• Experience with SAP

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

The salary for this role is $23.00 / hour.

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 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, age, 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.