Production Helper

HB Fuller; Chagrin Falls (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

HB Fuller in the United States is seeking an entry-level Production Helper to support packaging operations and assist senior team members. You will help with weighing materials, stacking, shipping preparations, and quality checks, under the guidance of a Shift Supervisor.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and learning other production processes while maintaining efficient and safe work practices at our facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and over 100 lbs with assistance.
• Basic math, reading and written/verbal communication skills.
• Fundamental computer literacy.

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.

Skills

Basic math

Physical stamina

Reading/writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation (training)

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.