Working Supervisor

H.B. Fuller; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller in Northbrook, IL is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery and productivity goals. The role oversees production employees, coordinates schedules and drives continuous improvement.

This on-site position offers first and second shifts with pay: $28.46/hour, and a comprehensive benefits package. You will collaborate with engineering, quality, shipping, receiving, and management to maintain inventory accuracy and

Qualifications

• Minimum 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.

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

Leadership

Safety compliance

Production scheduling

Team coaching

Lean manufacturing

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.

Production Supervisor

Northbrook, IL / On-Site

1st Shift: 6:30a- 3:00p

2nd Shift: 2:50p- 11:20p

Rate of Pay: $28.46/hr

The Production Supervisor leads daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals. This role supervises production employees, coordinates schedules, and drives continuous improvement initiatives. The supervisor partners with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient plant operations and a positive, inclusive workplace.

Primary 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.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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.

Preferred Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in a technical, manufacturing, or business-related field.
• Experience with electromechanical equipment, machine setup, troubleshooting, and blueprint reading.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, inventory control, and quality inspection tools.

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

The salary for this role is $28.46.

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.

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.