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H.B. Fuller Company
Machine Operator
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What they do
A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.
$38,267 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
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. Machine Operator Northbrook, IL / On-Site 1st Shift- 6:30a
- 3:00p, Monday
Saturday Pay:
$20.53 per hourPosition Overview:
The Machine Operator reports to the Production Manager/Supervisor. The job holder has the responsibility to operate the equipment and all of its affiliated processes (preparing raw materials & packaging, unloading, packing & labeling), in compliance with legal and company rules.Primary Responsibilities:
Generally performs, with supervision, entry level production tasks which include:- Preparation of raw materials and packaging: identifying & preparing the right quantities and transport them to the appropriate production area, reporting any deviation from normal, note start and finish of process
- Operating processing equipment in line with process instructions and procedures
- Monitors equipment, keeping processes running at desired run rates.
- Complete the initial testing and release of products in order to ensure that there are no deviations to specifications
- Check labels & packaging material, ensure correct labeling following the existing rules and instructions
- Packaging the final products in accordance with instructions and H.B. Fuller quality standards
- Carry out all operations in compliance with the expected Quality Standards and Operating procedures of H.B. Fuller and Respecting all legal and company EHS-rules.
- Responsible for housekeeping in his area responsibility
- Carry out any other duties requested from the
Production Manager/Supervisor Minimum Requirements:
- Basic educational degree or High school diploma or general education diploma
- 1-2 years of experience in a machine operating/production operator capacity
- Knowledge of common software programs (MS office)
- Ability to read and understand work orders, production process, safety regulations and quality procedures and instructions.
- Availability to work in shifts
Preferred Requirements:
- Understanding of basic
English Physical 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, smell and noise are under normal chemical environment conditions Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.