Process Engineer I

Role details

Bellevue, Ohio, USA

On - Site

B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. 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.

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Position Overview

H.B. Fuller is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing performance across bulk production, material handling, and packaging operations. This role applies data-driven methods to improve throughput, yield, reliability, and safety. You will partner cross-functionally to support continuous improvement, capital projects, and process safety initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Improve throughput, yield, cycle time, and OEE using data analysis
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions
• Troubleshoot process and equipment performance issues
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to reduce waste and variation
• Support capacity planning and identify production bottlenecks
• Participate in PSM activities (PHA, MOC, PSSR) and ensure compliance
• Assist with capital projects, equipment selection, and startup
• Develop SOPs and train operators on process improvements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 3\+ years in manufacturing, process improvement, or operations
• Experience with data analysis, SPC, or process optimization
• Demonstrated problem-solving using measurable outcomes
• Work authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Requirements

• 5\+ years in chemicals, polymers, adhesives, or related industries
• Experience in PSM-regulated environments (PHA, MOC, PSSR)
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
• Familiarity with PLCs, DCS, SAP, or manufacturing systems

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

The salary for this role is $80,000-$94,000. 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. 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.*