Technical Specialist I

H.B. Fuller • St. Paul, MN

1d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

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 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.

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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level