Production Operator

H.B. Fuller Company; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401K contributions

Paid time off

Incentives programs

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Company in Northbrook, IL is hiring a Machine Operator for the on-site 1st shift (6:30 am–3:00 pm, Monday– Saturday). You will prepare raw materials, load and unload, operate processing equipment and ensure labeling and packaging meet quality standards.

Pay is $20.53 per hour plus a comprehensive rewards package. The role requires a high school diploma and 1–2 years in production, basic MS Office skills, the ability to read work orders, and willingness to work shifts.

Qualifications

• MS Office familiarity and ability to use basic software tools.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and production instructions.
• Basic understanding of safety guidelines and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw materials and packaging; transport to the correct production area.
• Operate processing equipment following process instructions.
• Monitor equipment to maintain desired run rates and quality.
• Test and release products to ensure specifications are met.
• Verify labels and packaging accuracy per rules and instructions.
• Package final products according to quality standards.

Skills

MS Office

Reading 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.

Machine Operator Northbrook, IL / On-Site 1st Shift- 6:30a- 3:00p, Monday- Saturday Pay: $20.53 per hour

The Machine Operator reports to the Production Manager/Supervisor. The job holder has the responsibility to operate the equipment and all of its affiliated processes (preparing raw materials & packaging, unloading, packing & labeling), in compliance with legal and company rules.

Primary Responsibilities

• 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. Fuller quality standards
• Carry out all operations in compliance with the expected Quality Standards and Operating procedures of H.B. Fuller and 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
• 1-2 years of experience in a machine operating/production operator capacity
• 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 Requirements

• 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

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location. The salary for this role is $20.53.

• 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.