Production Helper

Adco Products LLC; Chagrin Falls (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller is seeking a Production Helper to support packaging operations and assist experienced team members with material handling, packaging, inspection, and safety activities. This entry-level role offers opportunities to learn additional processes while ensuring quality, efficiency, and safe work practices.

The position reports to the Shift Supervisor and focuses on learning multiple production steps with emphasis on safety and accuracy in handling materials and shipments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently; over 100 lbs with assistance.
• Basic math, reading, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Fundamental computer literacy.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, bend, and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and handle raw materials for production.
• Place finished goods and raw materials on pallets.
• Hand-stack products and prepare shipments.
• Inspect finished goods for damage or contamination.
• Verify lot numbers on raw materials before packaging.
• Support packaging of pouched hot melt products into boxes and containers.
• Operate a forklift after training and qualification.
• Follow safety procedures, wear PPE, and maintain housekeeping.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing

Computer literacy

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

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.

Position Overview

The Production Helper supports packaging operations and reports to the Shift Supervisor. This entry-level role assists experienced production team members with material handling, packaging, inspection, and workplace safety activities. The position offers opportunities to learn additional production processes while ensuring quality, efficiency, and safe work practices.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with weighing and handling raw materials for production.
• Place finished goods and raw materials on pallets.
• Hand-stack products and prepare shipments.
• Inspect finished goods for damage or contamination.
• Verify lot numbers on raw materials before packaging.
• Support packaging of pouched hot melt products into boxes and containers.
• Operate a forklift after training and qualification.
• Follow safety procedures, wear required PPE, and maintain housekeeping standards.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and over 100 lbs with assistance.
• Basic math, reading, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Fundamental computer literacy.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, or material handling.
• Forklift operation experience or certification.
• Strong attention to detail in inspection and quality checks.
• Eligibility to work in the location of employment and ability to work assigned shifts.

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

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.