Production Supervisor - 1st/2nd Shift (On-Site)

H.B. Fuller Company; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401K contributions

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Company in Northbrook, IL is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations on-site.

The role focuses on scheduling, startup/shutdown coordination, and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity across the plant. The position requires supervising production staff, training teams, and monitoring equipment performance while collaborating with engineering, quality, and logistics to drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of manufacturing, production, or operations supervisory experience.
• Experience leading, training, or directing production employees.
• Ability to interpret work instructions, safety procedures, and production documentation; proficiency with basic computer applications.
• Authorization to work in the country of employment without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Update and execute daily production schedules.
• Oversee plant startup, shutdown, and daily operations.
• Enforce safety, quality, 5S, and operational procedures.
• Lead, train, coach, and evaluate production employees.
• Monitor equipment performance and production efficiency.
• Support machine setup, inspections, troubleshooting, and changeovers.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and FIFO material practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, shipping, receiving, and management teams to resolve issues and implement continuous improvements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety & quality focus

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Electromechanical equipment

Blueprint reading

Job description

H.B. Fuller Company in Northbrook, IL is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations on-site.

The role focuses on scheduling, startup/shutdown coordination, and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity across the plant. The position requires supervising production staff, training teams, and monitoring equipment performance while collaborating with engineering, quality, and logistics to drive continuous improvements.