Mix Operative

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.

Position Overview

The Production Operator - Mixing is responsible for manufacturing materials to support extrusion and bulk filling operations. This role ensures the safe and efficient operation of mixing equipment, maintains product quality standards, and accurately records production activities. The position plays an active role in continuous improvement initiatives while supporting a safe and productive manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate mixing machinery safely and efficiently to meet production requirements.
• Manufacture materials for supply to the extruder floor and bulk filling operations.
• Monitor product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Purge and clean mixing equipment according to established procedures.
• Accurately record production data, material usage, downtime, and changeovers.
• Complete daily activity records and required production documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Report equipment defects or operational concerns to the Production Team Leader.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve production targets within agreed timeframes.
• Participate in site and company continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics.
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English.
• Ability to interpret detailed work orders and batch cards.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to be trained and certified in the operation of mixing machinery.
• Ability to work as part of a manufacturing team.
• Ability to safely perform production duties in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Requirements

• Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Previous experience operating manufacturing or processing equipment.
• Experience working within a production or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of quality and safety procedures within manufacturing.
• Experience contributing to continuous improvement activities.

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.