Position Overview

H.B. Fuller seeks an R&D Laboratory Technician to support product development, testing, and laboratory operations. This role assists with sample preparation, product evaluation, documentation, and raw material assessments while maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment. The position collaborates with R&D, Quality, Production, and Technical Service teams to support innovation and continuous improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and safety standards

• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments

• Prepare, mix, test, and evaluate product and raw material samples

• Conduct physical and performance testing of products and trial batches

• Record test data and maintain accurate R&D documentation

• Support preparation of technical and regulatory documents, including MSDS and COA

• Manage sample inventory, labeling, and shipment for evaluations

• Assist with new product development, production troubleshooting, and cross-functional projects
  

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in a technical field or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline

• 1+ year of laboratory, quality, or R&D experience

• Basic laboratory testing and equipment handling skills

• Effective communication and teamwork skills with English proficiency

• Authorization to work in the applicable location and ability to meet job-related physical requirements
  

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field

• Experience with laboratory testing, product evaluations, and documentation practices

• Knowledge of chemical handling and laboratory safety procedures

• Experience supporting product development or manufacturing environments
  
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