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.
Position Title: Production Operative
Location: Lymington, Onsite
Position Overview
The Production Operative performs entry-level production tasks under supervision to support safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. The role involves preparing materials, operating equipment, monitoring processes, and ensuring products meet required specifications. The position also supports compliance with quality standards and EHS regulations while maintaining a clean and organised work environment.
Primary Responsibilities
• Prepare raw materials and packaging by identifying correct quantities and transporting them to the appropriate production area, reporting any deviations and recording start and finish times
• Operate processing equipment in line with process instructions and procedures
• Monitor equipment to ensure processes run at the desired rates
• Perform initial testing and release of products to ensure no deviations from specifications
• Check labels and packaging materials to ensure correct labelling in line with rules and instructions
• Package final products in accordance with instructions and H.B. Fuller quality standards
• Carry out all operations in compliance with quality standards, operating procedures, and EHS rules
• Maintain housekeeping standards within the area of responsibility
• Carry out any other duties as requested by the Production Manager or Supervisor
Minimum Requirements
• Basic educational qualification (high school diploma or equivalent)
• No prior experience required
• Knowledge of common software programmes (MS Office)
• Ability to read and understand work orders, production processes, safety regulations, and quality procedures
• Availability to work shifts
Preferred Requirements
• 1 year of experience in an industrial environment
• Basic understanding of English
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.