Process Development Technician

H.B. Fuller • Vadnais Heights, MN

7d • $27 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Development Technician supports pilot plant and process development activities by operating chemical process equipment to produce new and semi-commercial products. This role plays a key part in supporting product development, process improvement, and scale-up activities while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. The technician operates with a reasonable level of independence and provides backup support to Senior Process Development Technicians as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of chemical or industrial manufacturing experience demonstrating mechanical competency and batch processing
• Ability to wear a half-face or full-face respirator
• Strong understanding of chemical process piping/flow systems and process equipment, including pumps, valves, and instrumentation
• High mechanical aptitude
• Ability to safely handle 55-gallon drums and 55-pound bags of material
• Ability to safely operate a stand-up forklift (training provided)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience with, or ability to learn, Microsoft Excel and SAP

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a pilot plant or chemical manufacturing environment, including operating chemical reactors, compounding, or mixing
• Laboratory technician experience, including following test methods
• Mechanical proficiency with coursework in science or engineering disciplines
• Associate degree or certifications in Laboratory Technology, Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Technology

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical process equipment to manufacture batches of new and semi-commercial products
• Pull raw materials, perform quality control (QC) testing, and clean process equipment
• Produce and package semi-commercial quantities of products while maintaining high quality standards
• Generate samples of new products and assist process engineers with developing new commercial processes and improving existing processes
• Operate computerized process control systems; read, follow, and execute process procedures
• Observe, record, and document process data accurately
• Perform standard and advanced QC testing and complete SAP production reporting
• Clean reactors, mixers, and associated equipment following batch production
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; practice 5S principles
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS)
• Become certified on two or more product types and associated process equipment
• Provide backup support for the Senior Process Development Technician, including training support and coordination of reactor room activities

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees