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.
Lab Technician II
Michigan Center, MI
Position Overview
The Lab Technician II supports laboratory testing, product verification, and research activities across R&D and cross-functional teams. This role conducts complex experiments with minimal supervision and ensures high-quality data to advance product development. The technician helps maintain lab equipment, documentation, and safety standards to support operational excellence.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory tests and experiments according to established procedures
Support new product verification through testing and data reporting
Record, analyze, and communicate test results accurately
Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment
Perform equipment troubleshooting and coordinate repairs
Assist with experimental design and process optimization
Support investigations related to product performance or customer feedback
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
Minimum Requirements
Education: Associate degree or higher in Chemistry or a related field
Experience: 4-6 years in a laboratory, R&D, or technical support environment
Skills: Proficiency with lab equipment and data documentation
Skills: Ability to follow standardized procedures and manage multiple tasks
Work Authorization: Eligible to work in the country of employment
Preferred Requirements
Experience with polymer, adhesive, or materials testing
Experience supporting NPI or product development activities
Skills in basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Skills in cross-functional communication and collaboration
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.
The salary for this role is $22.61 - $28.26/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.
H.B. Fuller is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
