About this Reactor Operator Trainee role 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 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. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.
Reactor Operator Trainee
Roseville, CA / On-Site
2nd Shift: 2:00p - 10:30p, Monday- Friday
Rate of Pay: $26.00/hr
H.B. Fuller is seeking a Reactor Operator Trainee to support the safe and efficient production of chemical products in a manufacturing environment. This role involves operating and monitoring processing equipment, following established procedures, and maintaining quality standards. The trainee will complete hands-on training while contributing to daily production goals and workplace safety.
Primary Responsibilities
- Operate reactors and related production equipment following standard procedures.
- Monitor process parameters and record production data accurately.
- Perform material charging, sampling, and product transfers.
- Conduct routine equipment inspections and basic housekeeping.
- Follow safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
- Identify and report equipment, process, or safety concerns.
- Support inventory and raw material handling activities.
- Participate in training programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions.
- Basic math and computer skills for data entry and recordkeeping.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment.
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Preferred Requirements
- Associate degree or technical coursework in manufacturing, chemical processing, or a related field.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or chemical processing environment.
- Experience using process control systems or production equipment.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification after hire.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.
The salary for this role is $26.00.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.
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.
