About this role
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 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.
Location: Mesquite, TX
Shift: 2nd Shift | 3PM - 11:30PM
Pay Range: $23.00 – $26.00 per hour (based on experience)
About H.B. Fuller
H.B. Fuller is a global adhesives company focused on connecting what matters. Through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability, we deliver products and solutions that meet customer needs across diverse industries worldwide.
Position Overview
The Production Operator II is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment to meet production, quality, and safety objectives. This role supports day-to-day manufacturing activities, maintains accurate documentation, and contributes to a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Production Operators play a critical role in ensuring products meet H.B. Fuller’s quality standards and customer expectations.
Primary Responsibilities
Operate and monitor production equipment in accordance with established procedures and work instructions
Perform routine quality checks and accurately document results
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards
Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and escalate concerns as appropriate
Complete production records, documentation, and system entries in a timely and accurate manner
Assist with material handling, staging, and basic inventory control activities
Comply with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to team and site goals
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time
Basic computer skills for data entry and production reporting
Authorized to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications
Experience operating automated manufacturing or chemical processing equipment
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
Mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting capabilities
Forklift certification
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.
The salary for this role is $23.00 – $26.00 per hour (based on experience).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, 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.
Other facts
About H.B. Fuller
H.B. Fuller is a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products to improve products and lives.
Your day probably begins and ends with us. Just about everywhere you look – including the windows through which you see and the magazines you read – you’ll find industrial adhesives and sealants produced by H.B. Fuller. Most likely, we made the glue holding together your cereal box, the seals that keep your refrigerator airtight, and the specialty adhesive in your baby’s disposable diaper. While our products are virtually invisible, they play a vital role in ensuring the quality and convenience of modern life. We take pride in working with our customers to add value.
At H.B. Fuller, we are committed to connecting what matters, bringing together people, products and processes that answer and solve some of the world's biggest adhesion challenges. Through our reliable, responsive technical service, we create lasting, rewarding connections with customers in the packaging, hygiene, electronic and assembly materials, automotive, paper converting, woodworking, construction, general assembly and consumer goods industries.
And, we are committed to building an environment where employees are engaged, challenged and given an opportunity to drive superior results. We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. With long-term, profitable growth as the ultimate goal, we strive to cultivate an environment that offers stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities.
What you'll do
- The Production Operator II is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment to meet production, quality, and safety objectives. This role includes performing routine quality checks, maintaining documentation, and supporting day-to-day manufacturing activities.
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