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.

Maintenance Mechanic

Fridley, MN

2nd or 3rd shift

Position Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic reports to the Maintenance Manager and has primary responsibility for performing mechanical equipment maintenance for the assigned facility.

Primary Responsibilities

Follows, without exception, all work instructions and safety rules, including the use of all PPE and safety gear. Reinforces the instructions and rules with peers

Contributes to the general housekeeping of the entire plant area, and the assigned area in the maintenance “shop”

Practices safety in all actions, including start up-shut down & lockout / tag out procedures for all responsibilities

Exhibits excellent forklift / highboy skills. Must be trained on all lifts used in the plant

Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities

Specific safety knowledge with respect to the plant and equipment

Researches improved and compatible equipment that will standardize equipment types which eliminates the need for a wide variety of spare parts and vendors

Fulfills the responsibilities as required for the Quality System for the plant

Works with the CMMS to schedule preventive maintenance in a manner to avoid unnecessary down time for production

Completes, maintains, and processes all necessary documents pertaining to repairs, purchases and other appropriate activities.

Displays strong, problem-solving skills

Trains other maintenance mechanics, and maintenance helpers

Examines plant systems to diagnose problems and prevent failures

Provides maintenance on plant electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and other systems, plus general maintenance, with limited supervision

“Troubleshoots” problems to determine the most cost effective solution. Consults with Facility Engineer, and presents results and alternatives

Cleans, lubricates, and adjusts mechanical parts as necessary.

Within the scope of knowledge, and abilities, installs new equipment

Works under the guidance of peers, master mechanics, or the Facility Engineer

Performs general maintenance work

Displays team player characteristics

Works under minimal direction and supervision. Work is subject to inspection and checks

Displays strong oral and written communication skills

Uses plant radios, and intercom system in an appropriate manner

Recognizes the ”customer" and is flexible in changing priorities as required by the customer

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency

Strong math, reading, communication, and organizational skills

A combination of 5+ years of technical training and experience

Solid working knowledge of computer applications (MS Office suite, internet accessibility)

Knowledge of various trade fundamentals sufficient to deal with general repairs

Must posses skills in mechanics (pumps, mixers, machinery repair), and electrical, including basic PLC troubleshooting

Requires demonstrated ability to perform all job duties

Preferred Requirements

Excellent communication skills

Strong presentation skills

Ability to maintain good documentation

Ability to perform with a minimal amount of supervision

Familiarity with CMMS, preventive and predictive maintenance

Certified to work on refrigeration equipment

Pipefitting, and related skills

Strong mechanical and electrical backgrounds

Computer experience

PLC experience with programming and troubleshooting skills

Machining skills

Physical Environment

While performing the duties of this position the employee is regularly required to stand

The employee is frequently required to walk, climb stairs, use hands to remove or lift boxes, stretch and reach with arms extended, and stoop

The employee must, regularly, lift and / or move up to 50 pounds, alone, and occasionally lift and / or move more than 100 pounds, with assistance

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

The salary for this role is $31.50/hr 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.

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.