Lab Technician

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 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.

Lab Technician

Simpsonville, SC

1st Shift (Monday - Friday 6am-3pm)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as a subject matter expert in specific research areas or laboratory techniques.

• Design and implement advanced experimental methodologies.

• Actively contribute to the development of new products or technologies.

• Mentor junior and mid-level technicians, and provide guidance on career development.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external partners on research initiatives.

• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean working environment.

• Formulate and synthesize experimental samples aimed at meeting project/market/customer requirements. Samples are tested using standard analytical/physical testing techniques. Project updates are documented and executed using project management methodologies. Test results and product improvement recommendations are documented.

• Conduct/develop laboratory and pilot scale application tests in order to evaluate experiments samples, solve application process problems, or make recommendations to customers for products and/or process improvements. Conduct or assist with trials at existing and potential customer facilities to support process/product introductions. Project updates are documented and executed using project management methodologies. Test results and process improvement recommendations are documented.

• Commercialization and technology transfer. Provide training to the technical, application, marketing, and sales personnel on specific product attributes and application techniques. Request feedback on market/technology needs. Assist or conduct pilot and field tests using customer substrates. Assist in pilot scale up and transfer of products to full production.

Minimum Requirements

• Industrial laboratory/application experience, the sum of which totals 4 years.

• Knowledge of the polymer industry (manufacturing process, equipment, substrates, surface preparation methods)

• Knowledge of the HBF products (Adhesives, polymers, primers, etc.)

• Proven ability to evaluate & optimize customer processes.

• Demonstrated knowledge of waterbased formulation and production methods.

• Demonstrated knowledge of polymer test methods and equipment.

• Proven ability to work independently in lab, and plant situations.

Physical Environment

• May be required to stand all day

• Ability to handle full 5 gallon pails (~50lbs)

• employee will work with hazardous chemicals and will be required to wear appropriate PPE

• work Environment may be a laboratory and/or manufacturing environment

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.