Quality Control Chemist

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 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 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.Position Title: Quality Control Chemist
Location: Dandenong South, AustraliaPosition OverviewAt H.B. Fuller, we're not just in the business of creating exceptional adhesives; we're in the business of creating potential. We believe in a culture where our shared beliefs and competencies pave the way for unparalleled success, not just for our company, but for our employees too. We're currently seeking a dedicated Quality Improvement Chemist/Engineer to join our team. This is your chance to contribute to our legacy of excellence and ensure our product and process technologies meet the highest standards.Primary ResponsibilitiesAs a Quality Improvement Chemist/Engineer, you will be the steward of HBF product and process technology, directly reporting to the site Quality Assurance Manager. Your main objective is to support our Quality Control/Assurance function by upholding the integrity of our products through rigorous testing and Quality Control measures. This includes resolving issues related to yield, specification discrepancies, and out-of-control production processes using advanced tools like Statistical Process Control Methodology.Develop, improve, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for QC and Work Instructions for QC equipment and processes.Maintain Quality documents such as calibration schedules, certificates of analysis and production batch documentation.Test and analyse raw materials, manufactured and purchased goods to ensure they meet our stringent quality standards.Collaborate with chemists or formulation specialists on new product scale-ups, raw material substitutions, and trial productions.Drive process improvements, conduct audits, and be actively involved in quality of production-related processes.Assist in the investigation and resolution of quality-related issues, aiming for best practice outcomes.Conduct quality audits to support continuous improvement within our facilities.Minimum RequirementsDegree in Chemistry or Engineering, or Laboratory Technician with 3 to 5 years of experience preferred. Fresh graduates are also welcome to apply.Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Access.A proactive attitude with excellent interpersonal skills.Willingness for interstate travel as required.Experience with SAP beneficial.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.