Production Shift Manager

Production Shift Manager

Fridley, Minnesota, USA

On-Site

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.

Position Overview

The Fridley Shift Manager leads a 12-hour night shift team, reporting to the Production Manager. This role drives safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations while embedding continuous improvement and operational discipline. Success is measured by consistent delivery of quality products, strong safety performance, and engaged team members.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and model safety-first behaviors to achieve zero-injury performance
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations
• Coach teams in hazard recognition, 5S, and housekeeping standards
• Drive operational performance to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets
• Develop and mentor shift employees through regular feedback and training
• Use data and management systems to monitor and improve shift performance
• Coordinate across shifts and functions to maintain workflow continuity
• Support site and company strategies through disciplined execution

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 4+ years of manufacturing experience in shift-based operations
• 1–3 years of people leadership experience
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Preferred Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree
• Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Hands-on experience with continuous improvement tools (e.g., 5S, DMAIC)

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location. The salary for this role is $85,000.00 + based on experience.

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, age, 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.