Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Nights

H.B. Fuller Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Company in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic for a 12-hour night shift (2-2-3 schedule, 6pm-6:30am).

The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and facility systems to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance. The position reports to the Facility Engineer and requires a high school diploma or GED with 5+ years of maintenance experience, PLC diagnostics, and CMMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five or more years of combined technical training and maintenance experience.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, including PLC diagnostics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS systems.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures, including PPE and Lockout/Tagout.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, pumps, mixers, and production systems.
• Use CMMS to plan and complete preventive maintenance tasks.
• Complete accurate maintenance, repair, and purchasing documentation.
• Operate forklifts and lifts after training and certification.
• Install new or upgraded equipment within defined skill scope.
• Train and support maintenance mechanics and helpers as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC diagnostics

Safety procedures (PPE, Lockout/Tagout

Microsoft Office

CMMS usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Join H.B. Fuller as a Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Schedule: 12-hr Night Shift (2-2-3 schedule), 6pm-6:30am

Pay: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour + $1.00 shift differential

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, PTO, paid holidays, and more.
• Eligibility may vary.

Career Development

Effective training, learning tools, and development programs to help you grow at every level of the organization.

Position Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic supports safe and reliable plant operations through preventive and corrective maintenance. Reporting to the Facility Engineer, this role maintains mechanical, electrical, and facility systems with minimal supervision. The position partners with production and quality teams to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE and Lockout/Tagout requirements
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment
• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, pumps, mixers, and production systems
• Use the CMMS to plan and complete preventive maintenance tasks
• Complete accurate maintenance, repair, and purchasing documentation
• Operate forklifts and lifts after required training and certification
• Install new or upgraded equipment within defined skill scope
• Train and support maintenance mechanics and helpers as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Five or more years of combined technical training and maintenance experience
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including basic PLC diagnostics
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance systems
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Requirements

• Refrigeration certification or equivalent technical credential
• Experience with CMMS and preventive or predictive maintenance programs
• Machining, pipefitting, or PLC programming and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely at heights

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certificates, and geographic location. The salary for this role is $29.00 - $34.00 per hour + $1.00 Shift Differential. 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, age, 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.