Senior Scientist - Flexible Packaging

H.B. Fuller Company; Monterrey; Hybrid; MXN 1,055,223 - 1,406,964; Full time

Job summary

A global adhesives manufacturer in Monterrey is seeking a Sr Scientist II to lead product scale-up and improve manufacturing processes. Candidates should hold a relevant degree with significant experience in chemical manufacturing and a background in adhesives or polymers. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred. The role includes analytical tasks and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The company values diversity and supports employee growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 6 years of experience, or Master’s with 4 years, or PhD with 2 years.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing and product scale-up.
• Background in adhesives, polymers, coatings, or chemical processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead scale-up of new and existing products and translate formulations into manufacturing instructions.
• Validate process parameters, equipment settings, and quality methods.
• Drive continuous improvement using statistical and process-control tools.

Skills

Experience in chemical manufacturing and product scale-up

Bilingual: English and Spanish

Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma

Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Polymer Science

Master’s degree

PhD

Job description

Sr Scientist II page is loaded## Sr Scientist IIremote type: On - Sitelocations: Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexicotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R26\_0000000602As 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 .# **Primary Responsibilities*** Lead scale‐up of new and existing products and translate formulations into clear manufacturing instructions.* Validate process parameters, equipment settings, and quality methods.* Investigate deviations, perform root‐cause analysis, and implement CAPAs.* Provide technical support to production and participate in MOC activities.* Drive continuous improvement using statistical and process‐control tools.* Manage raw material qualifications, evaluations, and substitutions.* Collaborate with R&D, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Technical Service.* Ability to travel up to 10%.# # **Minimum Requirements*** Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Polymer Science with 6 years of experience; *or* Master’s degree with 4 years of experience; *or* PhD with 2 years of experience.* Experience in chemical manufacturing and product scale‐up.* Background in adhesives, polymers, coatings, or chemical processes.# # **Preferred Requirements*** Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.* Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma (DMAIC, 8D, FMEA, 5S).* Experience with 1K/2K polyurethane technologies (solvent‐based and solvent‐free).* Familiarity with analytical techniques (FTIR, DSC, viscosity, solids, etc.).* Bilingual: English and Spanish.# # **Work Environment*** Work performed in both plant and office settings.* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs for sample handling.* Must follow all plant safety protocols and PPE requirements.#LI-OA1*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.*