Production Worker in Tamworth

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.

Overview

The Production Operator is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by preparing materials, operating production equipment, packaging finished products, and maintaining quality and safety standards. This role follows established operating procedures to ensure products are manufactured efficiently and meet H.B. Fuller quality requirements. The position requires the ability to work safely in a production environment and support continuous operational excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare raw materials and packaging materials, ensuring correct quantities are available for production.
• Transport materials to designated production areas and report any deviations from standard processes.
• Operate processing and filling equipment according to approved work instructions and procedures.
• Monitor equipment performance and maintain target production rates.
• Complete initial product testing and release activities to verify compliance with specifications.
• Verify labels and packaging materials, ensuring accurate product identification and compliance with requirements.
• Package finished products in accordance with H.B. Fuller quality standards and work instructions.
• Follow all quality standards, operating procedures, and EHS regulations.
• Maintain housekeeping and cleanliness standards within assigned work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Manager or Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma, general education diploma (GED), or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, production processes, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Basic mathematics skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentage calculations.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Ability to manually lift, place, and stack containers weighing a minimum of 8 kg throughout a shift, with some manual handling tasks requiring up to 20 kg.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, climb stairs, bend, stoop, stretch, and regularly lift up to 50 pounds, or up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Preferred Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic English communication and comprehension skills.
• Experience operating automated filling or production equipment.
• Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) license preferred.
• Familiarity with quality control processes and manufacturing safety requirements.

Physical Work Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to normal levels of temperature variation, dust, odors, and noise associated with chemical production operations. Regular standing, walking, reaching, bending, and manual material handling are required.

Key Behaviors

• Demonstrates H.B. Fuller core values of Safety, Care, and Trust.
• Takes ownership and accountability for assigned responsibilities.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Maintains a positive, solution-focused attitude in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and commitment to meeting production targets.
• Promotes safe work practices and supports the wellbeing of colleagues and the environment.
• Shows willingness to learn new systems, processes, and technologies.
• Consistently focuses on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

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.