What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor (3rd Shift) position at H.B. Fuller?
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.
Production Supervisor
South Bend, IN (Bendix Dr)
3rd Shift: 10pm-6am
Position Overview
The Production Supervisor is a key leader within the manufacturing team, responsible for overseeing daily operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality standards are consistently met. This role requires strong leadership, a solid understanding of production processes, and the ability to collaborate across departments to meet customer demand and support the company’s strategic goals.
Primary Responsibilities
The salary for this role is $64,000 - $85,000.
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.
Production Supervisor
South Bend, IN (Bendix Dr)
3rd Shift: 10pm-6am
Position Overview
The Production Supervisor is a key leader within the manufacturing team, responsible for overseeing daily operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality standards are consistently met. This role requires strong leadership, a solid understanding of production processes, and the ability to collaborate across departments to meet customer demand and support the company’s strategic goals.
Primary Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output targets and quality standards
- Implement and manage production schedules aligned with customer demand and business objectives
- Monitor performance metrics and analyze data to identify and resolve inefficiencies
- Ensure compliance of standard operating procedures
- Maintain strict quality control procedures across all production lines
- Manage staffing levels, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation of production team members
- Promote cross-training and workforce development to enhance operational flexibility
- Collaborate with functional managers (e.g., Sales, Logistics, HR, Quality) to ensure timely order fulfillment and alignment with business goals
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve productivity, and enhance product quality
- Enforce company policies and procedures, and address disciplinary issues as needed
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment through effective housekeeping practices
- Serve as a role model for HB Fuller’s core values and culture
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
- Associate’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Operations Management, or Supply Chain Management
- Minimum 4 years of experience in a manufacturing or production leadership role
- Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance in a fast-paced environment
- Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, and safety regulations
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Experience with EH&S compliance in a production setting
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
- Union shop experience
The salary for this role is $64,000 - $85,000.
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.
Salary : $64,000 - $85,000