About the Job

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.

Quality Management Systems

Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001, Responsible Care®, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Establish quality policies, procedures, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Lead internal, customer, and third-party quality audits.
Ensure compliance with corporate quality standards and continuous improvement requirements.

Operations Quality Oversight

Manage laboratory, quality assurance, and quality control activities supporting chemical production.
Review production processes to ensure adherence to quality specifications and process parameters.
Monitor key quality metrics and implement corrective actions when performance falls below targets.
Lead investigations of non-conforming materials, customer complaints, and process deviations.
Collaborate with production teams to improve product consistency, yield, and process capability.

Regulatory and Customer Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including OSHA, EPA, DOT, FDA (as applicable), and other industry-specific requirements.
Oversee product documentation, Certificates of Analysis (COA), specifications, and quality records.
Serve as the primary quality contact during customer audits and regulatory inspections.
Support compliance with chemical safety and product stewardship requirements.

Continuous Improvement

Lead root cause analysis activities utilizing tools such as: CAPA Fishbone Diagrams FMEA Six Sigma methodologies
CAPA
Fishbone Diagrams
FMEA
Six Sigma methodologies
Develop and execute continuous improvement projects focused on quality, cost reduction, and operational excellence.
Analyze quality trends and utilize statistical methods to identify opportunities for improvement.
Implement preventive measures to minimize quality-related risks.

Leadership and Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop quality engineers, laboratory personnel, and quality specialists.
Establish performance objectives and conduct employee performance reviews.
Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving teams.

Data Analysis and Reporting

Track and report quality KPIs including: Customer complaints Internal defects Cost of poor quality First-pass yield Process capability Audit findings
Customer complaints
Internal defects
Cost of poor quality
First-pass yield
Process capability
Audit findings
Present quality performance results to plant leadership and senior management.
Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and data analytics tools to evaluate process performance.
Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
Master's degree preferred.

Experience

7+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, quality management, or process operations.
3+ years of leadership or management experience.
Experience with quality systems in regulated manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated success leading quality improvement initiatives and cross-functional teams.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes.
Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
Quality auditing and compliance management.
Laboratory testing and analytical methods.
Proficiency in ERP and quality management software.

Certifications (Preferred)

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Key Competencies

Leadership and team development
Strategic thinking
Problem solving and decision making
Process improvement
Change management
Risk assessment
Customer focus
Communication and presentation skills
Regulatory compliance expertise
Data-driven decision making

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-$125,000.

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. 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.