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.

Position Title: Production Shift Manager

Position Summary
The Shift Manager is responsible for leading shift operations in H.B. Fuller’s extrusion plant. This role ensures compliance with all corporate Safety, Quality, and Production programs while maintaining adherence to all H.B. Fuller policies, practices, procedures, and programs. The Shift Manager plays a critical leadership role in building a high-performing team and ensuring that plant performance goals are met. This position will need a strong leader interested in growing with the company.

Primary Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.

• Ensure all operations are executed in accordance with H.B. Fuller’s policies, practices, procedures, and programs.

• Meet or exceed customer expectations regarding product quality, service, and on-time delivery.

• Collaborate with maintenance to minimize downtime and support proactive asset management initiatives.

• Lead and support product scale-ups and new product introductions in an extrusion manufacturing environment.

• Actively participate in plant meetings and committees (e.g., Safety, Quality, 5S, Housekeeping).

• Identify issues related to safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement. Use structured problem-solving to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.

• Maintain accountability for shift-level inventory, including reconciliation of material loss.

• Build and develop high-performing shift teams; provide coaching and guidance.

• Lead the Performance Planning & Assessment (PPA) process for all direct reports and ensure timely performance feedback. Handle all corrective actions in collaboration with the Plant Manager and HR.

• Participate in the hiring, onboarding, and training of new employees; ensure new team members understand performance expectations.

• Operate mixers, extruders, or forklifts as needed.

• Provide break coverage for employees and support floor operations as required.

• Start up or shut down the plant during shift transitions as appropriate.

• Monitor team morale and operational concerns, escalating issues to plant leadership as necessary.

• Support cross-training efforts and assist with employee development initiatives.

• Ensure timely and accurate data entry into ERP systems to support production reporting.

• Contribute to the achievement of departmental and shift KPIs.

Required Requirements

• High School diploma with a minimum of 5 years of production experience (including 2 years in a supervisory role), OR

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of supervisory experience.

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

• Business and financial acumen.

• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage conflict, and drive results independently.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and make effective decisions.

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (standing, walking, climbing stairs, exposure to heat/cold).

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds regularly.

• Strong familiarity with OSHA and environmental regulatory compliance.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.

• Previous experience in extrusion or continuous manufacturing processes.

• Experience in a 24/7 or rotating shift production environment.

• Training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

• Track record of supporting culture change or safety transformation.

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

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.