Operations Manager

Position Overview

The Operations Manager leads daily plant operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role drives operational excellence through leadership, process improvement, and data‑driven decision‑making, partners cross‑functionally to ensure efficient, compliant, and reliable production, and supports a culture of continuous improvement.

• Lead daily plant operations to meet safety, quality, and production targets.
• Allocate staffing and resources based on production plans and demand.
• Implement Lean practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Coach and develop supervisors and production team members.
• Track and analyze KPIs; implement corrective actions for performance gaps.
• Partner with supply chain, finance, and operations teams to meet service and cost goals.
• Manage departmental spending and support inventory and planning activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a multi‑shift manufacturing environment.
• Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience leading projects or process improvement initiatives.
• Authorization to work without employer sponsorship.

• Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience in chemical, industrial, or process manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
• Experience with KPI reporting, cost analysis, and data‑driven decision‑making.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location. The salary for this role is $115,000-$140,000.

• Comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognition 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, marital status, or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.