Lead safe, compliant night-shift operations in an extrusion manufacturing environment, driving performance, quality, and on-time delivery while coaching and developing a high-performing team. H.B. Fuller is a global adhesives, sealants and specialty coatings manufacturer. Standout perk: 12-hour nights on a 2-2-3 schedule with every other weekend off, plus comprehensive benefits and 401K contributions.
- Every other weekend off
- Comprehensive benefits and 401K
- Incentive and recognition programs
Production Shift Manager Bellevue, OH / On-Site Salary: $80,000.00-$95,000.00 Shift: 12 hours - Nights: 2-2-3 schedule (Every other Weekend Off) The Production Shift Manager is responsible for leading safe, compliant, and efficient shift operations within an extrusion manufacturing environment. This role drives team performance, supports continuous improvement, ensures product quality and on-time delivery, and develops high-performing employees aligned with operational and business objectives. Ensure all operations follow company policies, procedures, and operational standards. Meet or exceed customer expectations for quality, service, and on-time delivery. Partner with Maintenance to minimize downtime and support proactive asset management. Lead product scale-ups and new product introductions in extrusion manufacturing. Participate in plant committees and meetings (Safety, Quality, 5S, Housekeeping). Identify and address issues impacting safety, quality, productivity, and engagement. Support facility safety initiatives and continuous improvement aligned with the HB Fuller Way. Apply structured root-cause problem solving and implement sustainable corrective actions. Maintain accountability for shift-level inventory and reconcile material loss. Build, coach, and develop high-performing shift teams. Lead the Performance Planning & Assessment (PPA) process and manage corrective actions with Plant Manager and HR. Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new employees; reinforce performance expectations. Operate mixers, extruders, or forklifts as needed and provide break coverage or floor support. Start up or shut down plant operations during shift transitions when required. Monitor team morale and escalate operational concerns to plant leadership. Support cross-training and employee development initiatives. Ensure accurate and timely ERP production data entry. Contribute to achievement of departmental and shift KPIs. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of supervisory experience. Demonstrated business and financial acumen. Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite. Proven ability to lead teams, manage conflict, and drive results independently. Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (standing, walking, stairs, heat/cold exposure). Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering, Business, or related field. Experience in extrusion or continuous manufacturing processes. Background in 24/7 or rotating shift production environments. Training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies. Familiarity with OSHA and environmental regulatory compliance. Demonstrated success supporting culture change or safety transformation. Strong potential and interest in advancing to an Operations Manager role. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location. 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. 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. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. 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.Fuller has been a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products to improve products and lives. Fuller’s commitment to innovation brings together people, products and processes that answer and solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. Our reliable, responsive service creates lasting, rewarding connections with customers in electronics, disposable hygiene, medical, transportation, clean energy, packaging, construction, woodworking, general industries and other consumer businesses.