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 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Quality Control Lab Technician I

Fridley, MN

12-Hr Night Shift: 6pm-6:30am (2-2-3 schedule includes every other Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

Position Overview
H.B. Fuller is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician to support manufacturing by performing accurate testing on raw materials, bulk batches, and finished products. This role ensures timely communication of results and supports investigations of non-conforming materials. The technician plays a key role in maintaining product quality and operational efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, physical, and visual testing using standard procedures

• Communicate batch adjustments and release decisions to operators

• Enter test results and usage decisions in SAP

• Collect and store retain samples as required

• Create notifications and conduct initial investigations for non-conformances

• Maintain lab equipment and inventory supplies

• Prepare documentation and QC labels for materials

• Participate in safety, quality, and housekeeping meetings

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED plus an associate degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry and at least 1 year of laboratory experience or a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience without a degree

• Ability to read and follow work instructions

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP

Preferred Requirements

• Familiarity with process improvement tools

• ASQ certification

• Experience in ISO 9001 facility

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

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, 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.