Facility Technical Manager

HB Fuller; Bellevue (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Health benefits

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

H.B. Fuller is seeking a Facility Technical Manager to lead plant quality systems, laboratory operations, and process optimization.

You will act as the in-plant technical expert for manufacturing processes and formulations while driving continuous improvement initiatives to reduce quality incidents and improve operational efficiency. The role partners cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and R&D to address customer needs, oversee SAP data integrity, and support new product introductions

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• 3+ years in chemical manufacturing or process engineering.
• Experience with SPC and continuous improvement.
• Experience leading RCA and corrective actions.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant quality strategy, reducing COPQ using SPC, 8D, and RCA tools.
• Manage laboratory operations, including staff supervision, testing, and calibration.
• Serve as technical expert for production processes, formulations, and troubleshooting.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost yield, productivity, and process capability.
• Lead internal and external audits and maintain ISO 9000 compliance.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and R&D to address customer needs.
• Oversee SAP data integrity, including BOMs, recipes, and quality specs.
• Lead NPI, scale-up activities, and quality planning efforts.

Skills

SPC usage

Root cause analysis

Statistical methods

Quality leadership

Education

Chemistry degree

Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

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 Facility Technical Manager is responsible for leading plant quality systems, laboratory operations, and process optimization to ensure consistent product performance and customer satisfaction. This role serves as the in-plant technical expert for manufacturing processes and formulations while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position partners cross‑functionally to reduce quality incidents, improve operational efficiency, and support business performance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead plant quality strategy, reducing cost of poor quality (COPQ) using SPC, 8D, and root cause analysis tools
• Manage laboratory operations, including staff supervision, testing processes, and equipment calibration
• Serve as technical expert for production processes, formulations, and troubleshooting
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, productivity, and process capability
• Lead internal and external audits and maintain ISO 9000 compliance
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and R&D to address customer needs and resolve quality issues
• Oversee SAP data integrity, including BOMs, recipes, and quality specifications
• Lead new product introduction (NPI), scale‑up activities, and quality planning efforts

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process engineering, or technical leadership roles
• Demonstrated experience applying statistical process control (SPC) and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience leading root cause analysis and corrective action processes with measurable outcomes
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

Preferred Requirements

• Experience managing technical or laboratory teams for 3+ years with direct reports
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement training
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems managing BOMs, recipes, and master data
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (ISO 9000, OSHA, DOT, RCRA) and batch manufacturing environments, preferably adhesives

Salary and Compensation

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location. The salary for this role is $95,000-$113,000.

Benefits

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognition programs, health and wellness benefits, 401(K) contributions, paid time off, and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Recruiter & Staffing

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.