What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Technical Specialist position at H.B. Fuller?
Associate Technical Specialist
Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, USA
St. Paul, Minnesota, USA
On - Site
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 Associate Technical Specialist supports laboratory and application-based technical service activities within H.B. Fuller’s Advanced Building Solutions business, with a primary focus on glass applications. This role performs supervised testing, sample preparation, and customer-support activities while developing practical skills in materials, adhesives, and processes. The position provides hands-on experience with clear ownership of assigned technical requests and opportunities for continued technical growth.
Primary Responsibilities
Support construction and testing of insulating glass units (IGUs) and laminated assemblies
Perform physical property and compatibility testing per defined procedures
Execute application and laboratory test plans to support characterization and root cause analysis
Prepare, ship, and track samples, IGUs, and supplies to and from the Center of Excellence
Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and product inventory
Document test results and communicate updates to internal and external stakeholders
Support customer trials, demonstrations, and onsite visits
Assist with 5S, safety, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives
Minimum Requirements
Education: High school diploma with 4 years of relevant experience, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field
Experience: Hands-on laboratory, manufacturing, or technical support experience
Skills: Ability to follow written procedures and accurately document results
Skills: Clear verbal and written communication with technical and non-technical partners
Work Authorization: Authorization to work in the country of employment
Preferred Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
Experience: 1 year supporting adhesives, glass, composites, or industrial substrates
Skills: Experience with physical property testing and laboratory equipment
Experience: Exposure to customer-facing technical or application support work
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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 $65,000-$84,000.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.
Salary : $65,000 - $84,000