Production Operator - Washington St

Location & Shift

South Bend, IN (Washington St. and Bendix Dr.). Must be available for all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd). Pay: $20.00 per hour with $1.00 shift differential.

The Production Operator reports to the Production Manager/Supervisor. The role involves operating equipment and associated processes (preparing raw materials and packaging, unloading, packing, and labeling) in compliance with legal and company rules. Proficiency in English is required.

• Preparation of raw materials and packaging: identifying & preparing the right quantities, transporting them to the appropriate production area, reporting any deviation from normal, noting start and finish of process.
• Operating processing equipment in line with process instructions and procedures.
• Monitoring equipment, keeping processes running at desired run rates.
• Completing initial testing and release of products to ensure no deviations to specifications.
• Checking labels & packaging material, ensuring correct labeling following existing rules and instructions.
• Packaging final products in accordance with instructions and HBF quality standards.
• Carrying out all operations in compliance with the expected quality standards and operating procedures of HBF and respecting all legal and company EHS rules.
• Responsible for housekeeping in the area of responsibility.
• Carrying out any other duties requested from the Production Manager/Supervisor.

• Basic educational degree, high‑school diploma, or general education diploma.
• One year of experience in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of common software programs (MS Office).
• Ability to read and understand work orders, production processes, safety regulations, and quality procedures and instructions.
• Availability to work in shifts.

• Three years of experience in an industrial environment.

• Required to stand for long periods of time.
• Walk and climb stairs.
• Use hands to remove or lift boxes.
• Stretch and reach with arms extended.
• Stoop and bend.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Temperature, dust, smoke, and noise are under normal chemical environment conditions.

The salary for this role is $20.00 per hour. In addition, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including 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.