Production Operator I

H.B. Fuller

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Covington, Georgia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Production Operator I is responsible for operating manufacturing and packaging equipment while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and housekeeping standards. They must also document production results, perform material handling tasks, and troubleshoot basic process issues to meet daily goals.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in a manufacturing, production, or warehouse setting. You are able to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and possess basic math, reading, and communication skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Manufacturing

Production

Warehouse Environment

Material Handling

Batch Records

Forklift Experience

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 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.

Production Operator I

Covington, GA

2nd Shift: 3:00p - 11:30p- Monday- Friday

Rate of Pay: $20.00/hr

Position Overview

Production Operator I supports safe, efficient manufacturing of high-quality adhesive products. This role operates production equipment, monitors quality, and follows standard operating procedures in a team-based environment. The position requires consistent attention to safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Operate manufacturing and packaging equipment per work instructions
  • Monitor product quality and document results accurately
  • Perform material handling, including lifting up to 50 lbs (with assistance as needed)
  • Follow safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards
  • Complete batch records and production documentation
  • Troubleshoot basic equipment or process issues and escalate as needed
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas
  • Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals

Minimum Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1+ year experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
  • Basic math, reading, and written communication skills
  • Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Requirements

  • Experience operating industrial or automated equipment
  • Forklift experience or certification
  • Experience with quality inspections or batch documentation
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed

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

The salary for this role is $22.00/hr 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.

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.
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