Franklin International
Posted Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:00 AM
About Us Based in Columbus, Ohio,
Franklin International
is among the largest privately held manufacturers of adhesives and sealants in the United States. We opened in 1935 as the Franklin Glue Company and today are known as Franklin International to reflect our global distribution across 60 countries on six continents around the globe. Our
Construction Building Products
division provides the
Titebond
brand of glues, adhesives and sealants for use in woodworking and all facets of residential and commercial construction. Franklin International employs over 400 people in its laboratory, R&D center, sales/marketing offices and manufacturing facility, all located at its corporate headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. We are an American family‑owned, U.S.-based company and our products sold in the U.S. are made in America.
Franklin International is proud of our family‑friendly atmosphere. We are small enough that people know your name, but big enough to have the resources available to do amazing things within our industry. Our award‑winning benefits program includes a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision insurance to more unique options like a free on‑site fitness center, nurse health coach, 529 Plan matching, and adoption support. Our average employee tenure is over twelve years; learn more at www.FranklinInternational.com.
Our Vision: To be the most trusted Adhesion Company in the world. We have an opening for a
Reactor Operator .
Responsibilities
Tends to equipment or systems that process chemical substances into industrial products
Dumps specified amounts of solid materials into heating vessels or blending tanks
Turns valves to feed liquid and gaseous materials through equipment units
Maintains system at specified temperature, pressure, and vacuum levels
Observes chemical reactions; monitors gauges, signals, and recorders; and receives notification from control laboratory, supervisor, or other workers to make specified operating adjustments.
Draws samples of products for laboratory analysis
Maintains log of gauge readings and shift production
Qualifications
HS Diploma or equivalent required
18 years of age or older
Must pass pre‑employment drug screen, physical and background check
Chemical processing experience is strongly preferred
Must be able to wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Union membership required after 30 days of employment
Shift 3rd shift (11:00 pm – 7:30 am)
Occasional overtime may be required.
Pay $25.79 per hour until certified, then $30.18 per hour
Shift differential of $1.20 per hour is paid for 3rd shift in addition to wage rate above.
Enjoy Great Benefits Including
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life insurance
On‑site fitness center staffed by trainers
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About Us Based in Columbus, Ohio,
Franklin International
is among the largest privately held manufacturers of adhesives and sealants in the United States. We opened in 1935 as the Franklin Glue Company and today are known as Franklin International to reflect our global distribution across 60 countries on six continents around the globe. Our
Construction Building Products
division provides the
Titebond
brand of glues, adhesives and sealants for use in woodworking and all facets of residential and commercial construction. Franklin International employs over 400 people in its laboratory, R&D center, sales/marketing offices and manufacturing facility, all located at its corporate headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. We are an American family‑owned, U.S.-based company and our products sold in the U.S. are made in America.
Franklin International is proud of our family‑friendly atmosphere. We are small enough that people know your name, but big enough to have the resources available to do amazing things within our industry. Our award‑winning benefits program includes a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision insurance to more unique options like a free on‑site fitness center, nurse health coach, 529 Plan matching, and adoption support. Our average employee tenure is over twelve years; learn more at www.FranklinInternational.com.
Our Vision: To be the most trusted Adhesion Company in the world. We have an opening for a
Reactor Operator .
Responsibilities
Tends to equipment or systems that process chemical substances into industrial products
Dumps specified amounts of solid materials into heating vessels or blending tanks
Turns valves to feed liquid and gaseous materials through equipment units
Maintains system at specified temperature, pressure, and vacuum levels
Observes chemical reactions; monitors gauges, signals, and recorders; and receives notification from control laboratory, supervisor, or other workers to make specified operating adjustments.
Draws samples of products for laboratory analysis
Maintains log of gauge readings and shift production
Qualifications
HS Diploma or equivalent required
18 years of age or older
Must pass pre‑employment drug screen, physical and background check
Chemical processing experience is strongly preferred
Must be able to wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Union membership required after 30 days of employment
Shift 3rd shift (11:00 pm – 7:30 am)
Occasional overtime may be required.
Pay $25.79 per hour until certified, then $30.18 per hour
Shift differential of $1.20 per hour is paid for 3rd shift in addition to wage rate above.
Enjoy Great Benefits Including
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life insurance
On‑site fitness center staffed by trainers
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