Production Operator - NEW Starting Rates!

H.B. Fuller; Chagrin Falls (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller is hiring a Production Operator for the Chagrin Falls, OH facility. The role involves operating equipment, preparing raw materials, packaging, and labeling to meet strict quality standards. This is a first shift position with occasional overtime.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic English, and at least 1 year of industrial experience; proficiency in MS Office is a plus. Salary is $24.00 per hour with a $2.00 shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, production processes, safety regulations, and quality procedures.
• Availability to work shifts.
• 1 year of experience in an industrial environment.
• Basic English comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw materials and packaging: identify and prepare correct quantities, transport to production area, report deviations, and record process start/finish.
• Operate processing equipment according to process instructions and procedures.
• Monitor equipment to maintain desired run rates.
• Perform initial testing and release of products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Verify labels and packaging materials; ensure correct labeling per company standards.
• Package final products according to H.B. Fuller quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with all Quality Standards, Operating Procedures, and EHS rules.
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Manager/Supervisor.

Skills

Reading work orders and procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS 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.

Production Operator

Chagrin Falls, OH

1st Shift: 6AM - 2:30PM, Monday - Friday, Occasional Overtime

Rate: $24.00 per hour

The Production Operator I is responsible for operating equipment and affiliated processes—including preparing raw materials and packaging, unloading, packing, and labeling—in compliance with legal and company standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare raw materials and packaging: identify and prepare correct quantities, transport to production area, report deviations, and record process start/finish.
• Operate processing equipment according to process instructions and procedures.
• Monitor equipment to maintain desired run rates.
• Perform initial testing and release of products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Verify labels and packaging materials; ensure correct labeling per company standards.
• Package final products according to H.B. Fuller quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with all Quality Standards, Operating Procedures, and EHS rules.
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Manager/Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, production processes, safety regulations, and quality procedures.
• Availability to work shifts.
• 1 year of experience in an industrial environment.
• Basic English comprehension.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods, walk, climb stairs, stretch, stoop, and bend.
• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs; occasionally lift up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Exposure to normal chemical environment conditions (temperature, dust, smell, noise).

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

The salary for this role is $24.00 per hour + $2.00 per hour Shift Differential.

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.