Sr. Production Manager

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 Overview

H.B. Fuller is seeking a Senior Production Manager to lead operations at our Chagrin Falls facility, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient production. This role oversees daily manufacturing performance while driving continuous improvement and developing high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong operational expertise, collaborative leadership, and the ability to champion a culture of safety and excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead safety as a core value by ensuring compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Drive a culture of operational excellence through consistent application of 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop, mentor, and empower shift managers, field experts, and operations staff to build an engaged, high-performing workforce.
• Create and implement the production vision and strategy aligned with site goals and H.B. Fuller’s strategic priorities.
• Utilize management systems to monitor, analyze, and improve operational performance, quality, and delivery.
• Manage operational and capital budgets, identifying and executing cost-reduction and process-improvement opportunities.
• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration with Supply Chain, Commercial, R&D, Finance, and HR partners to enhance business outcomes.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high‑quality products that meet customer specifications and service expectations.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, engineering, or related field, or equivalent operational experience.
• 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations with demonstrated results in improving safety, quality, or productivity.
• Experience leading organizational change within a production environment.
• Demonstrated success in building, coaching, and developing teams at multiple levels.
• Proficiency with SAP or comparable ERP systems, and strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with Process Safety Management environments.
• Six Sigma or other formal continuous improvement certification.
• Background applying lean tools such as DMAIC, FMEA, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, or similar methodologies.
• Experience working in distribution or warehouse operations, or an MBA with a focus in Operations, Finance, or Accounting.

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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.