Production Operator I NA

H.B. Fuller Company; Michigan; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Health & wellness benefits

401K contributions

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Company is seeking an entry-level team member to support safe, efficient production operations in a manufacturing environment. You will prepare materials, operate equipment, perform quality checks, and package finished products according to established procedures.

Successful candidates will value safety, quality, teamwork, and accurate process documentation while working under established instructions and shifts in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• No prior manufacturing experience required.
• Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, safety procedures, and quality instructions.
• Availability to work assigned shifts and authorization to work in the location of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and transport raw materials and packaging materials.
• Operate production equipment following work instructions.
• Monitor equipment performance and production rates.
• Perform initial product testing and release checks.
• Verify labels and packaging against specifications.
• Package finished goods to quality standards.
• Follow quality, safety, and EHS procedures at all times.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and support supervisor-assigned tasks.

Skills

Reading work orders

Attention to quality

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

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

Join H.B. Fuller as a [Job Title] supporting safe, efficient production operations in a manufacturing environment. This entry-level role helps prepare materials, operate equipment, perform quality checks, and package finished products according to established procedures. Success requires attention to safety, quality, teamwork, and accurate process documentation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and transport raw materials and packaging materials.
• Operate production equipment following work instructions.
• Monitor equipment performance and production rates.
• Perform initial product testing and release checks.
• Verify labels and packaging against specifications.
• Package finished goods to quality standards.
• Follow quality, safety, and EHS procedures at all times.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and support supervisor-assigned tasks.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• No prior manufacturing experience required.
• Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, safety procedures, and quality instructions.
• Availability to work assigned shifts and authorization to work in the location of employment.

Preferred Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Basic English comprehension.
• Experience performing quality or production checks.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs. independently and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Pay

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

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits
• incentive and recognitions programs
• health & wellness benefits
• 401K contributions
• paid time off
• paid holidays

Eligibility may vary.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.