Lab Technician I

HB Fuller; Leoni Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HB Fuller is seeking a Lab Technician I in Michigan Center, MI on a 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm) with occasional overtime. The role supports technical service and application development by safely conducting tests and experiments, generating accurate data, and maintaining readiness to meet project timelines.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of laboratory, production, or R&D experience, with OSHA/PPE compliance and strong recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of lab/production/R&D experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain records.
• Willingness to wear PPE and perform physical tasks.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety requirements and report hazards promptly.
• Conduct experiments, testing, and analyses according to approved procedures.
• Compile, analyze, and document test and experiment results.
• Support technical service, application development, QC, and R&D projects.
• Maintain calibrated, operational laboratory equipment and tools.
• Ensure material identification, lot traceability, and accurate recordkeeping.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned lab areas.
• Communicate project status, issues, and results in a timely manner.

Skills

Follow procedures

Recordkeeping

Laboratory safety

Equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in STEM

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 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Job Description

Lab Technician I

Michigan Center, MI

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm with occasional overtime

Position Overview

The Laboratory Technician supports technical service and application development by safely conducting tests and experiments. This role works with general supervision to generate accurate data, maintain laboratory readiness, and support project timelines.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow all company, site, and laboratory safety requirements and report hazards promptly

• Conduct experiments, testing, and analyses according to approved procedures

• Compile, analyze, and document test and experiment results

• Support technical service, application development, QC, and R&D projects

• Maintain calibrated, operational laboratory equipment and tools

• Ensure material identification, lot traceability, and accurate recordkeeping

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned lab areas

• Communicate project status, issues, and results in a timely manner

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED

• At least 1 year of experience in a laboratory, production, or R&D environment

• Ability to follow written procedures, maintain detailed records, and meet safety standards

• Ability to perform light to moderate physical tasks and wear required PPE

• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

• Coursework or experience in chemistry and/or mathematics

• Experience with routine equipment calibration

• Exposure to technical service or R&D laboratory work

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $18.95 per hour and up 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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, age, 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.