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.

Position Overview

The Technician will perform raw material validation testing to support global qualification efforts. This role involves executing test protocols, documenting results, and ensuring compliance with performance standards. The Technician collaborates with lab management, project teams, and regional R&D to streamline material approvals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct raw material validation testing using approved methods and equipment

• Record and analyze results in the Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN)

• Support onboarding of new materials and alternatives

• Maintain lab equipment, substrates, and supplies for testing readiness

• Collaborate with regional teams on substrate-specific performance needs

• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives

• Prepare data for dashboard reporting and KPI tracking

• Ensure compliance with safety, documentation, and quality standards

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 4+ years of laboratory experience

• Proficiency in documentation and data entry

• Ability to work independently and in teams

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Requirements

• Coursework in science or related fields

• Familiarity with adhesives and performance testing

• Experience with substrates and material qualification

• Knowledge of lab safety and quality protocols

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

The salary for this role is $22.37/hr to $27.97/hr 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, 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.