Production Manager
H.B. Fuller
Oversee safe, efficient production of adhesives at Preston plant
22 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Preston, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
6,400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Adhesives
Sealants
Coatings
Technical Services
Consulting
Product Development
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Beauty
Technology Centers
Instant adhesives
Thread lockers
Sealants
Retainers
UV and light cure adhesives
Role
What you would be doing
customer audits
continuous improvement
manpower planning
production supervision
equipment reliability
kpi reporting
- Participate in customer audits as needed
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Support internal projects related to equipment, quality, logistics, and safety
- Foster and promote a strong safety culture within manufacturing and warehouse operations
- Ensure adherence to H.B. Fuller’s EHS standards and UK Health & Safety regulations
- Plan and allocate manpower, including external temporary labor
- Supervise production across five areas with annual output of 2,800–3,200 tonnes
- Lead and develop production team members to meet quality and service goals
- Ensure high availability and efficiency of production equipment in collaboration with maintenance
- Monitor and report plant-level KPIs to operational leadership
What you bring
chemical engineering
lean
six sigma
erp
microsoft office
leadership
- Strong communication skills with the ability to operate across all organizational levels
- Practical knowledge of KPI deployment and operational performance metrics
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing
- Strong leadership track record and performance management experience
- Familiarity with Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma methodologies (certification a plus)
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
- Experience in adhesives, paints, inks, or chemical production
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written
- Degree in Chemical Engineering (or equivalent) or similar technical qualification (e.g. HNC)
- Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP or PRISM)
- 5+ years of experience managing teams in a production environment
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Company
Overview
1887
Year Founded
Operates since 1887 as a leader in adhesives and specialty chemicals.
40+
Countries Served
Has a global presence in over 40 countries worldwide.
- A global leader in adhesives and specialty chemicals.
- Develops and supplies a wide variety of adhesives used across industries including automotive, electronics, packaging, and more.
- Operates in diverse markets such as transportation, energy, industrial, commercial, and residential applications.
- Known for frequent collaboration with customers to create tailored adhesive solutions.
- Strong focus on sustainability, continuously developing environmentally-friendly adhesive products.
- Serves a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large multinational corporations.
- Integrity - We are honest and ethical in all that we do.
- Innovation - We are continuously improving and delivering solutions to our customers.
- Collaboration - We believe in teamwork and leveraging our diverse talents to create value.
- Customer Commitment - We are committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers.
- Accountability - We take ownership of our actions and results.
2050 Target
Climate commitment
Aiming to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions, demonstrating long-term environmental responsibility.
8% Reduction
Carbon footprint progress
Achieved a significant decrease in carbon emissions over a three-year period, showcasing commitment to sustainability.
5% Water Savings
Water conservation effort
Successfully reduced water usage globally through targeted initiatives, supporting resource efficiency.
4% Energy Efficiency
Production optimization
Improved energy consumption per unit of production, highlighting operational sustainability efforts.
30% Global Workforce
Gender Diversity Goal
Women account for 30% of the global workforce, reflecting a commitment to gender diversity.
25% Leadership Goal
Women in Senior Roles
Aim to increase the percentage of women in leadership roles to 25% by 2025, highlighting a focus on female representation in management.
40+ Countries
Global Workforce Diversity
The workforce spans individuals from over 40 countries, emphasizing a globally diverse team.
- Promotes inclusive leadership development programs to foster diverse talent pipelines.
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