Production Operative - Night Shift in Milton Keynes

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s 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.

Position Overview

The Production Operator I supports safe and efficient manufacturing by operating production equipment and performing material preparation, packaging, and basic quality checks. This role helps ensure products meet required specifications and are processed in line with H.B. Fuller standards. The position works as part of a team to maintain smooth operations and uphold safety and housekeeping expectations during each shift.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare raw materials and packaging, ensuring correct quantities and transporting them to designated production areas
• Operate processing equipment according to instructions and standard procedures
• Monitor equipment performance and maintain desired run rates
• Complete initial product testing to verify compliance with specifications
• Check labels and packaging materials to ensure correct application and documentation
• Package finished products following instructions and H.B. Fuller quality standards
• Maintain a clean and organised work area in line with housekeeping requirements
• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Production Manager/Supervisor

Minimum Requirements

• Basic level of education (UK equivalent; no high school requirement stated)
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, safety guidelines, and quality procedures
• Basic knowledge of common software (e.g., MS Office)
• Willingness and availability to work 6pm–6am shift pattern
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, lifting, and manual handling
• Good English communication skills

Preferred Requirements

• 1 year of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with production processes or machine operation
• Experience working in environments where safety and quality procedures are strictly followed

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.