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 OverviewThe Technical Specialist supports product development, customer launches, and troubleshooting through lab testing, pilot trials, data analysis, and customer-engagement activities. This role operates lamination and adhesive equipment, manages project workflows, and provides technical insights to internal teams and external partners.
Primary Responsibilities• Conduct lab testing and pilot trials for new product development, customer launches, and troubleshooting.
• Perform root cause analysis for customer complaints and claims.
• Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Lead investigations and support resolution of customer quality issues.
• Demonstrate product features and benefits to customers and internal partners.
• Lead internal and on‑site customer lamination trials.
• Prioritize equipment requests and create project plans with timelines, deliverables, and resource needs.
• Execute projects using recognized project management methodologies.
• Manage inventory of adhesives, films, and critical parts for the pilot facility.
• Analyze and interpret test data to provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Document technical learnings, best practices, and trial outcomes.
Minimum Requirements• High School Diploma with 6+ years of relevant technical experience OR
• Associate degree in Chemistry, Chemistry Technology, Applied Science, or related field with 2+ years of experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Packaging Engineering, or related discipline with 1+ years of experience.
• Strong analytical background with knowledge of test equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn internal systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct field trials and support customers.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Travel up to 25% within North America.
Preferred Requirements• Experience with flexible packaging adhesives, laminators, and testing instruments.
• Four‑year technical degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Packaging Engineering.
• Familiarity with tools such as FTIR, MSA, GC/MS, LC‑MS, and microscopy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Physical Requirements• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (reasonable accommodations available).
• Exposure to chemicals in a lab environment; strict adherence to PPE and safety protocols required.
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Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.
The salary for this role is $70,000 - $90,000.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.
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H.B. Fuller is a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products to improve products and lives. Your day probably begins and ends with us. Just about everywhere you look – including the windows through which you see and the magazines you read – you’ll find industrial adhesives and sealants produced by H.B. Fuller. Most likely, we made the glue holding together your cereal box, the seals that keep your refrigerator airtight, and the specialty adhesive in your baby’s disposable diaper. While our products are virtually invisible, they play a vital role in ensuring the quality and convenience of modern life. We take pride in working with our customers to add value. At H.B. Fuller, we are committed to connecting what matters, bringing together people, products and processes that answer and solve some of the world's biggest adhesion challenges. Through our reliable, responsive technical service, we create lasting, rewarding connections with customers in the packaging, hygiene, electronic and assembly materials, automotive, paper converting, woodworking, construction, general assembly and consumer goods industries. And, we are committed to building an environment where employees are engaged, challenged and given an opportunity to drive superior results. We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. With long-term, profitable growth as the ultimate goal, we strive to cultivate an environment that offers stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities
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